motoring news Bahrainthismonth.com 58 July 2023 AXL Electric Vehicles (AXL), a Canadian automotive company, is dedicated to revolutionising the EV industry by making luxury electric vehicles more affordable. The company recently announced the world premiere of its SHARX-5, the company’s new electric mid-size SUV in Dubai. The new vehicle was revealed during an event attended by the company’s Founder & CEO, Ali Eslami, higher management, and top engineers who worked to achieve the company’s mission to create a surprisingly affordable luxury car. The SHARX-5 is a fivepassenger midsize SUV with a driving range of up to 500 km and acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds. “We are filling a need for a more affordable EV that also delivers a luxurious driving experience. The global automotive market is witnessing a rapid shift to electric vehicles where governments are beginning to curb the sale of new gas-powered vehicles, a shift that’s coming sooner than many people think”, says Mr. Eslami. “Repairs and maintenance are not expensive for EVs and that AXL will be manufacturing electric vehicles that are made up of fewer components than a gas vehicle, with the ability to be updated over-the-air,” he adds. ASTON MARTIN DB12: THE WORLD’S FIRST SUPER TOURER The First Canadian EV Brand Delivering a quantum shift in sporting character and dynamic capability, this new generation of the legendary DB bloodline defines its own new category. The new Aston Martin DB12 combines a scintillating driving experience with exceptional refinement, state-of-the-art technology and indulgent luxury crowning it the world’s first Super Tourer. Blessed with exceptional performance and handling to satisfy and reward the most demanding drivers, the DB 12’s meticulously honed chassis is perfectly matched to a classleading 680PS/800NM V8 Twin-Turbo powertrain. The DB12 features Michelin Pilot Sport 5s tyres made to Aston Martin’s precise specification. Supported by an all-new suspension system featuring the latest adaptive dampers, control and connection are further amplified by an exceptionally precise and direct Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) system and an Electronic Rear Differential (E-Diff). Supported by an industry leading Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system, which employs six-axis inertia measurement to predict available grip, the DB12 also gives the driver a choice of five pre-set driving modes. The announcement of DB12 comes as Aston Martin celebrates two significant milestones in 2023; Its monumental 110th anniversary and 75 years of the illustrious DB model line.
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