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EV

First all-electric Range Rover

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In 1970 British Leyland launched the first generation of 4×4 luxury SUV, the Range Rover. Since then, 54 years have passed, and five generations of this model have been produced, and now the time has come for the British company to present its first all-electric Range Rover.

After testing in desert conditions, the car is currently on the snowy roads of the north, where it faces temperatures of minus 40ยบ Celsius in the Arctic zone. In the same conditions, new traction and braking control systems were tested, and the British car company announced that the electric Range Rover will be built on the MLA platform and based on an 800-volt system.

This model should be the British manufacturer’s response to the all-electric Mercedes G-Class revealed at the beginning of the year. At first glance, without camouflage, the electric SUV shares the same design with models powered by internal combustion engines.

When it comes to the powertrain, there are no details yet, but rumors say that an unknown number of electric motors will deliver around 500 hp (373 kW). This means that the SUV will not be far behind the current Range Rover in terms of power. As a reminder, the Range Rover is powered by a 4.4-liter biturbo V8 engine with 530 hp (395 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque.

The date and place of the official debut of the first all-electric Range Rover is currently unknown.

Source: Land Rover

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First all-electric Range Rover
Auctions

Queen Elizabeth’s Range Rover is up for auction

In 1926, the longest reign of any British monarch and the longest verified reign of any female head of state in history, Her Majesty Elizabeth II, was born. She ruled Britain for 70 years, until she passed away in 2022. During her lifetime, she was loved and respected among the people, and everything related to her and the royal family is considered collectible. Soon, Queen Elizabeth’s 2004 Range Rover will be auctioned.

This vehicle was designed by Special Vehicle Operations for Queen Elizabeth II, and differs from the standard model in several features. It is finished in Epsom Green over Sand Hide. It is equipped with handles and a step which make it easy to get in and out of the car, and the rear doors have two window switches so that the rear seat passenger can control both from one place. The seats are covered with protection and the luggage compartment is adapted for dogs and is separated from the rest of the cabin by the mandatory dog guard.

The Range Rover is powered by a 4.4-liter engine with 282 hp (207 kW), and has just under 180,000 kilometers (109,675 miles) on the odometer.

The auction will take place on 7 November and the guided price is ยฃ50,000 – ยฃ60,000.

Source: Iconic Auctioneers

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Queen Elizabeth's Range Rover is up for auction
Tuning

Modified Range Rover

Range Rover is difficult to modify with taste. There are several aftermarket packages that can precisely match the style and elegance of the Range Rover body and enhance it in some way. RDB LA and 1016 Industries have done just that by introducing the Silver Surfer.

The car is covered in satin silver aluminum foil that makes it stand out even next to an exotic supercar. It is equipped with a front lip spoiler, extended sills, more pronounced wheel arches and a redesigned front bumper with a diffuser, a new exhaust system, and a roof spoiler. The price depends on whether the components (made by 1016 Industries) are painted ($28,500), made of carbon ($35,000), or forged carbon ($40,000).

RDB LA, based in Los Angeles, equipped the car with new 26-inch retro rims. Although their size may have a negative impact on comfort, the brushed aluminum finish matches the exterior design perfectly.

“I believe our latest package brings this vehicle to perfection,” said founder and CEO of 1016 Industries Peter Northrop.

Source: 1016 Industries

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Modified Range Rover