INTRODUCING NEW VANTAGE: ENGINEERED FOR REAL DRIVERS Aston Martin is proud to introduce the new Vantage. The quintessential Aston Martin sports car and the most driver focused and fastest Vantage in the famous nameplate’s 74year history. Aston Martin Chief Executive Officer, Amedeo Felisa, says: “Class-leading power and speed establish Vantage’s credentials, but it is through expert application of the latest technologies to the Vantage’s perfectly balanced front-engine rear-drive chassis that we have created a sports car with addictive capability. Together with assertive styling, all-new interior and state-ofthe-art infotainment, Vantage is world-class in every respect”. Powered by a heavily reworked, hand-built 4.0 Twin-Turbo V8 engine the new Vantage is the fastest in the nameplate’s history. With peaks of 665PS and a colossal 800Nm of torque it also makes the biggest-ever jump in power and torque compared to the model it succeeds, those increases of 155PS and 115Nm equating to gains of 30 percent and 15 percent respectively. Mated to an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission this is enough to propel the two-seater sports car to a top speed of 202mph and punch it from a standstill to 60mph in just 3.4sec. Standing start acceleration has also been perfected with the introduction of a new Launch Control system. The Vantage’s highly evolved aluminium structure, perfect 50:50 weight distribution and state-of-the-art suspension provide the foundation for a definitive driving experience. Production of the Vantage is due to commence in Q1 of 2024, with first deliveries scheduled to begin during Q2 2024. BCFC APPOINTS MOHSEN KASSEM AS CEO FOR AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES Bahrain Commercial Facilities Company (BCFC) has announced the appointment of Mohsen Kassem as Chief Executive Officer of Groupowned Automotive Companies, the leading distributors of Honda, Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Haval, GAC, Tank, Tasheelat Car Leasing Company and other brands. Board Member of Bahrain Commercial Facilities Company and Chairman of the Automotive Companies, Reyadh Yusuf Sater, extended a warm welcome to Mr. Kassem as he assumes the role, and conveyed his unwavering confidence in Mr. Kassem’s leadership capabilities to drive growth, facilitate expansion, increase market share, and fulfill the aspirations of customers. Mr. Kassem states: “Aligned with the strategic directives set forth by the Board of Directors, we are poised to channel our efforts towards bolstering the market position of our automotive companies, fostering innovation through robust support for cutting-edge products and services.” With over 24 years of extensive experience, Mr. Kassem boasts a distinguished track record in the automotive sector. His career has been marked by successful tenures in leadership roles at prominent companies, including General Motors and Nissan. Notably, he has demonstrated his expertise in navigating the dynamic automotive landscape, with a focus on the Gulf and Middle East markets. motoring news Bahrainthismonth.com 72 March 2024
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