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Aston Martin to recreate Goldfinger DB5 with functional spy gadgets

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Aston Martin is planning to create the limited-edition version of the definitive James Bond Car- Aston Martin DB5, 1964 model. In association with the James Bond film producer EON Productions, the automaker will be building 25 “Goldfinger DB5s”, with a straight six, 282 horsepower and 3,9995cc motor which will allow a maximum speed of 145 mph. The famous revolving license plate and other gadgets are also present in this exquisite model built by the Oscar winning James Bond effects supervisor Chris Corbould.

Andy Palmer, CEO of Aston Martin said, “To own a Silver Birch DB5, complete with gadgets and built to the highest standards in the very same factory as the original James Bond cars … is surely the ultimate collectors’ fantasy,”.

Aston Martin hasn’t disclosed yet which other gadgets the Goldfinger DB5 would include but can safely rule out the bulletproof windshield, machine guns, radar and passenger seat ejector. It is speculated that not to expect airbags, seatbelts and other safety measures as this car is considered not legal in the road. The car is expected is to be out for sale soon for $3.5 million plus tax.

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Rolls-Royce Pays Homage to the Silver Ghost

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In 1907, Rolls-Royce made history and captured global attention when its Silver Ghost, which was registered and designated AX 201, set the record for the longest non-stop motor run of 15,000 miles without hiccups. From then on, it became the epitome of the automaker’s commitment to attaining the pinnacle in luxury carmaking.

This year, the legendary British automaker pays homage to the Silver Ghost with a collection of contemporary Ghosts outfitted with certain design elements and features referencing the original AX 201.

At the tip of the hood is a solid sterling-silver Spirit of Ecstasy figurine with a black-gold-plated collar and a copper AX 201 Hallmark around the base. The wheel surrounds are chrome and the ‘Silver Ghost’ label is engraved on them. Meanwhile, Tudor oak features with pure silver inlays are prominent in the interior. The car also boasts a distinctive coachline which is hand-painted with pure silver particles.

 

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Virtual Registration Cards to be Implemented in Dubai

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The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Saturday announced the implementation of virtual registration cards valid for a lifetime starting from August 1. The permanent virtual registration cards will be issued without an expiry date and will eventually replace the existing plastic cards which are issued annually after the renewal of the vehicle registration. This new technological advancement is considered as the third and final phase of adoption of the life registration system with taxis, commercial vehicle and rental cars covered in the two phases of the project which commenced earlier this year.

Sultan Al Marzouqi, Director of RTA’s Licensing said, “The new system will ensure that no plastic cards are issued every year, while the virtual cards will also come without an expiry date. This means a person will register his vehicle once when he buys it and later it is renewed annually after the purchase of insurance and passing of the technical test,” on the recent implementation.

The renewal of the registration can be done either through RTA’s Dubai Drive mobile application, through the website www.rta.ae and also through the call centre (8009090) after the vehicle inspection or the technical test is conducted which is mandatory for all the vehicles aged more than three years. The Director also added, “As soon as the renewal is done, the motorist will get an email copy of the e-registration card and it will also reflect on the personal dashboard of the RTA’s app”. Even though the e-registration card will be accepted at all the borders and foreign countries, the Director advised the motorists who are travelling outside the country to print the registration card if in case of an emergency.

 

 

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BMW to Hike Prices of Two US-made SUV Models in China

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BMW announced that they will raise the price of two US-made crossover utility vehicle in China in order to cope up with the added cost of tariffs on the US car imports into the world’s biggest auto market. BMW issued the statement in association with this over that they will increase maker suggested retail prices of the popular and high margin X5 and X6 SUV models by 4% to 7%.

As per the reports, BMW decided this after China’s decision on the new tariff introduced earlier this month on about $34 billion (Dh 124 billion) of US imports. Along with these, Beijing cut the tariffs on all automobiles which are imported to China and slapped an addition 25% levy on the US made cars as of July 6 and thereby China now introduced a 40 percent import duty on all the cars imported from the United States. This also indicates the tariffs will cut the BMW’s profit margin on the vehicle and warned that it wouldn’t be able to absorb the cost of the higher tariffs.

BMW imports crossover SUV models including X4, X5 and X6 from the United States for sale in China where the demand for SUVs is increasing. As per the last year statistics, the German automaker shipped more than 100, 000 vehicles from the United States to China.

 

 

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Rolls-Royce Dives into the Flying Cars Trend

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Self-driving cars have just started to navigate roads and innovators are already conceptualizing the next big trend in transportation—flying taxis.

According to reports, Uber intends to create a network of flying taxis in Dubai and the Dallas area two years from now. In fact, Kitty Hawk, a flying car startup that was created by Google cofounder Larry Page – is already providing test flights to potential clients.

Rolls-Royce has recently jumped on the bandwagon with its debut of a concept electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle at the Farnborough International Airshow held in Britain. According to the British automaker, the vehicle could have a seating capacity that fits up to five passengers and speed of up to 250 mph for around 500 miles.

Rolls-Royce noted that the vehicle could be airborne as soon as the early 2020s. However, the company revealed that it intends to create a vehicle prototype within the next 18 months.

In a news release, Rob Watson, who heads Rolls-Royce’s Electrical team, stated that building on their existing expertise in electric technologies and aviation, they are dynamically exploring an array of possible markets and applications for electric and hybrid electric flight. “We are well placed to play a leading role in the emerging world of personal air mobility and will also look to work in collaboration with a range of partners.”

Rolls-Royce’s concept vehicle will reportedly be powered by six electric propulsors that are designed to have a low noise profile. To take off or land vertically, the wings of the vehicle rotates 90 degrees. The moment the craft reaches its cruising height, the propellers fold away and the craft depends on a number of rear propellers for thrust.

According to Rolls-Royce, the vehicle will fill a niche created by overtaxed transportation systems in progressively crowded cities.

 

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