ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

A unique convoy of ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL paid tribute today to HM Queen Elizabeth II on the first anniversary of her death.

ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

In a unique moment of remembrance today, a fleet of nine historic Defender and Range Rover models, navigated the famous track as part of the annual Goodwood Revival. The commemorative drive featured JLR vehicles used by the Royal family in either an official capacity or privately as part of the household fleet. It included vehicles from the Royal fleet, JLR Classic and private collections.

In total, 11 historic models attended the event, with two of the earliest Royal vehicles – the first Series I State Review vehicle and a Series I ordered by HM King George VI – as part of the ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL on display. It was the first time this unique collection had ever been gathered.

“We are proud of our Royal associations, which stretch back to the very origins of the business, and wanted to honor HM Queen Elizabeth II with a fitting tribute on the anniversary of her passing. We have never gathered such an extensive collection of Royal vehicles in this way and the commemorative parade was a fitting moment of remembrance”, said Lennard Hoornik, Chief Commercial Officer, JLR.

The DNA of the original Series Land Rovers that began JLR’s strong Royal associations is still very much in evidence in today’s Land Rover brands, from the durable Defender, refined Range Rover and versatile Discovery.

Static Display ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

Series I State Review vehicle

The very first State Review Land Rover featured a custom-designed rear platform and accompanied HM Queen Elizabeth II and HM The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on a six-month tour of the Commonwealth. It forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum in Gaydon.

Series I (LXC 894D)

Originally ordered by HM King George VI, it was used by HM Queen Elizabeth II and other senior members of the Royal Family at Balmoral. It was restored in 2010 by Land Rover apprentices and now resides in the Land Rover Classic collection.

Commemorative Parade ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

Prototype (HAC 379)

One of the original 1948 pre-production prototypes, of which only 48 were made. It wears the chassis number L31 and was used for test, development and publicity operations alongside its sister vehicle, R32, in which role it was pictured with HM King George VI. It now belongs to a private collector.

Series II State Review Vehicle               

The second official ceremonial review Land Rover featured blue side light lenses, which were switched on whenever a member of the Royal family was being carried. This example was a reserve vehicle, which explains its low mileage of approximately 13,000 miles. It forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.

Series IIa Station Wagon (OGU 362D)

Driven by HM Queen Elizabeth II, this was the first Station Wagon of its kind to be fitted with a six-cylinder engine. It also features a host of special features including leather seats, a wooden dog guard and side steps, to help it fulfil its Royal duties. It now forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.

1974 Range Rover State Review Vehicle

The first Range Rover to take the role of ceremonial State Review vehicle entered service in 1975 and was used until 2002. Its specially modified rear included foldaway seats and a lectern containing concealed umbrellas. An additional exhaust silencer ensured noise from the V8 engine was kept to a minimum for its Royal passengers. It now forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.

Defender 130 ‘Jumbo’

With three doors on each side, this long wheelbase Defender 130 is nicknamed Jumbo and was modified for the Royal Family to support outings at the Sandringham Estate, where it is still a working vehicle. It took its place in the Goodwood Revival parade after obtaining approval from HM King Charles III.

1990 Range Rover State Review Vehicle

The third State Review Range Rover featured in the image chosen by HM Queen Elizabeth II for her 1994 Christmas card, where she and HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, were pictured attending the 50th Anniversary of D-Day Landings in Arromanches. This vehicle is part of the British Motor Museum collection.

Defender 110 V8

A personal vehicle used by HM Queen Elizabeth II at the Sandringham estate. This vehicle is part of the private Royal collection and, having been commissioned by HM The King, is part of the active Royal fleet.

2009 Range Rover (CK58 NPJ)

There are numerous pictures of HM Queen Elizabeth II behind the wheel of this Range Rover, as it was her favoured vehicle after it joined the fleet. The famous Labrador mascot that adorned the bonnet has been removed for safekeeping.

2015 Range Rover State Review Vehicle

The current Range Rover State Review vehicle dates from 2015, is based on a long wheelbase model and features diesel electric hybrid propulsion – enabling it to run on purely electric power during state occasions. It was designed and engineered by JLR’s Special Vehicle Operations division.

For more information about the latest models, please visit https://www.landroverusa.com/range-rover/range-rover/index.html?gclsrc=ds

World Car Awards 2023: Meet the finalists

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Gareth Herincx

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World Car of the Year Awards 2023

The top three finalists in the six World Car Awards categories have been revealed.

The countdown ends on April 5 when the winners will be announced live at the 2023 New York International Auto Show during an awards ceremony.

World Car of the Year
BMW X1 / BMW iX1
Hyundai Ioniq 6
Kia Niro

World Electric Vehicle
BMW i7
Hyundai Ioniq 6
Lucid Air

World Luxury Car
BMW 7 Series / BMW i7
Genesis G90
Lucid Air

World Performance Car
Kia EV6 GT
Nissan Z
Toyota GR Corolla

World Urban Car
Citroen C3
ORA Funky Cat / Haomao
Volkswagen Taigo/Nivus

World Car Design
Hyundai Ioniq 6
Land Rover Range Rover
Lucid Air

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Gareth is a versatile journalist, copywriter and digital editor who’s worked across the media in newspapers, magazines, TV, teletext, radio and online. After long stints at the BBC, GMTV and ITV, he now specialises in motoring.

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ROVER TROPHY DEFENDERAs cool trucks go, Land Rover’s rugged, square-box Defender sits at the frosty pinnacle. Beloved by everyone from Ralph Lauren and the late Queen, to Lara Croft, 007 and Britain’s elite SAS special forces, the Defender remains a true British icon.

The only problem: Land Rover ceased Defender production in January 2016 to make way for an all-new Defender. Today, well-heeled “Landy” lovers, collectors and enthusiasts struggle to find examples that haven’t disintegrated into a pile of rust and rotted vinyl. That’s where Jeff Taylor at Connecticut-based Rover Trophy comes in. He’s building essentially brand-new Defenders from the ground up, with a single-minded focus on quality and craftsmanship.

And, because those original Defenders were less than stellar to drive – think wheezy, under-powered engines and wayward handling – Taylor is bringing them up to date power-wise. Continue reading about the ROVER TROPHY DEFENDER @ https://equicapmag.com/wheels/rover-trophy-revitalizing-land-rover-defenders/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=EQ Newsletter March04 2023&utm_id=eqnmarch042023

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Vehicle thefts down during the pandemic

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The total number of stolen vehicles in the UK dropped by nearly 15% in 2020 while many of us were at home and able to watch over our cars due to the pandemic, according to new research.

Insurer comparethemarket.com analysed data from 26 police forces, revealing that 61,743 vehicles were stolen over the last two years – 28,454 in 2020, compared to 33,289 in 2019.

Overall, the West Midlands fell victim to the most crimes in the past two years. However, it’s Birmingham West that ranks top for the total number of offences, despite thefts in 2020 decreasing by nearly 21% compared to 2019.

While theft rates in Liverpool, Sheffield and Birmingham East also decreased last year, Doncaster saw thefts increase by 8%.

Top 10 vehicle theft hotspots

Rank Location 2019 thefts 2020 thefts Total
1 Birmingham West 1,730 1,375 3,105
2 Liverpool 1,276 1,062 2,338
3 Sheffield 1,199 1,123 2,322
4 Birmingham East 1,050 991 2,041
5 Doncaster 739 796 1,535
6 Sandwell 726 748 1,474
7 Brighton and Hove 672 590 1,262
8 Rotherham 557 615 1,172
9 Luton Borough 679 486 1,165
10 Coventry 506 608 1,114

Range Rover and Land Rover topped the league table for the most stolen and recovered vehicles across the UK.

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