Land Rover’s all-new LR2 recently made its world debut at the British International Motor Show at ExCeL in London’s Docklands. The vehicle was displayed on the Land Rover show stand alongside an updated, 2007 model year Range Rover TDV8, a Range Rover Sport TDV6 and a LR3 TDV6.

The LR2 is new from the ground up, with outstanding on-road performance as well as the class-leading off-road ability expected of a true Land Rover. A dynamic design, purposeful stance, smart and spacious interior and an abundance of advanced technologies complete the package.

Technical highlights of the LR2 include:

In a year that saw three major premium product launches- the award-winning all-new LR3, Range Rover Sport and the Range Rover for 2006 - Land Rover, the world’s only dedicated 4×4 automotive manufacturer, has continued to gain market-share and brand recognition across the region.

Driven by the success of these new models, Land Rover is forecasting a dramatic sales increase of 72% in the fourth Quarter of this year compared to the same period last year.

Speaking on the positive growth, Andy Gawthorpe, Regional Managing Director for Land Rover said:

For the first time a woman competitor has been chosen to represent South Africa - together with two men - in the Land Rover G4 Challenge International Selections.

Three days of intense competition, 30 accomplished competitors but the final three positions available to represent South Africa in the Land Rover G4 Challenge International Selections were finally decided.
The SA Selections, which ran from August 18-20, was concentrated at the Tala Game Reserve near Pietermartizburg for two days, with the final day taking place in and around the Durban city centre and the SunCoast Casino and Entertainment World ? the two distinct locations catering for the respective rural and urban elements that are a hallmark of the Land Rover G4 Challenge.

The annual LRO Show is the biggest gathering of Land Rovers in the world.

This year it will be staged at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern, on August 26-28. The Showground is easily accessible - just 8 miles from the M5 and M50 motorways. It can be reached by rail, car or coach and is in an ideal central location for visitors from all over the UK.

The revamped event will include the following:

Improved features

• New and refreshed content

• Non-stop entertainment
• An off-road course for all skill levels
• Superb amenities - including site layout, signage, toilets and camping facilities
• Something for everyone, from casual family visitor to committed enthusiast
• Rare and amazing Land Rovers from all over the world
• Stunning location
• High-level of professional security