CAR TALK
RANGE ROVER GOES TOPLESS
A Range Rover convertible. Well, why not? Here’s the forthcoming Evoque Convertible concept that will be unveiled at the Geneva motor show. Officially Land Rover is just exploring whether such a car would prove popular amongst car buyers, but I’d be astonished if it doesn’t build what would be the world’s first premium convertible SUV.
CITROEN UNVEILS SPORTY DS4
Citroën is unveiling a sport version of its successful DS4 model at Geneva. Powered by a 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine – producing 256bhp – the DS4 Racing has a chassis lowered by 35mm, a wider running track, upgraded brakes, larger 19-inch two-tone wheels, additional carbon fibre components and it’s dressed in a special textured matt grey paint.
MAZDA’S CLEVER CITY BRAKE SUPPORT SYSTEM
Mazda says its new CX-5 compact crossover SUV will have collision-avoiding “Smart City Brake Support” technology fitted as standard. The SCBS system uses a laser sensor to detect a vehicle or obstacle in front of the car and then, if the driver fails to stop or avoid it, will automatically activate the brakes.