T P Topping Land Rover, a United Kingdom exclusive dealer of Rover models and discount Land Rover parts, has announced the availability of the new and limited edition Discovery 3 Pursuit in its enterprise.

Peter Little, principal dealer at T P Topping, further asserts: “The limited edition Pursuit really is the ultimate incarnation of the Discovery 3 but, as the name suggests, drivers that want to catch one had better be quick because only 260 are being produced and demand is sure to be high.”

Indeed, T P Topping is one of the lucky few dealerships able to get ahold of this limited edition of the Land Rover Discovery 3 Pursuit.

The Land Rover Discovery 3 is a premium technological 4×4 creation, engineered to deliver exceptional performance both on the city roads and off-road terrains. Its sophisticated yet versatile form fully captures the distinctive mark of a Land Rover.

Relative to its new and unique Land Rover Discovery Parts, the Pursuit can be acquired with either a Java Black or Stornoway Grey metallic paint work. It is then vividly complimented with high-end 19” alloy wheels and body-tinted wheel arch surrounds. Furthermore, sophistication shoots up several notches higher with bright finishers on the roof rails, addition of chrome finish mirror caps, and stainless steel side protection tubes.

In terms of its interior value, seats are spacious enough to accommodate seven adults in comfort. There is also an addition of a bright gearshift surround that offers tasteful contrast to the ebony leather seats.

Powered with Land Rover’s acclaimed 2.7-liter TDV6 diesel engine, this model also benefits from state-of-the-art technologies such as Hill Descent Control, air Suspension, and Terrain Response™.

John Edwards, Land Rover UK Managing Director, has this to say: “Since launch, the Discovery 3 has brought new levels of ability, comfort and refinement to the large 4×4 market. Winning 95 awards worldwide is a testament to its class-leading diesel engine, its versatility and its all-round package.”

“The limited-edition Discovery 3 Pursuit gives customers the opportunity to buy an exclusive specification for the exceptional price of £29,995 OTR for the TDV6 manual and £30,995 OTR with automatic transmission. We think this represents incredible value for money”.

To date, the Discovery 3 has sold nearly 30,000 units in the United Kingdom alone, and 115,000 units globally since its successful launch in 2004. With its upcoming generations and enhancements, this Land Rover model continues to collect critical accolades all over the world.

Land Rover LR2 was just released last April 2007. However, it has enjoyed such strong sales and support that Land Rover North America has decided to introduce an enhanced version, aptly called the Land Rover LR2 HSE.

With regards to the changes and improvements in the Land Rover Parts of this spin-off edition, Phil Popham, Land Rover’s Managing Director, has this to announce: “The LR2 reflects Land Rover’s dynamic design, with a smart and spacious interior and an abundance of advanced technologies. It has been very well received around the world since its introduction.”

“The HSE version offers subtle changes for those customers seeking a slightly different look to their LR2.”

In comparison with its classic line, this new version is designed to emit a much sportier vibe, what with its body color bumpers and side sills, titanium door handles, rear spoiler, and 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.

With regards to performance factors in the Land Rover Engine Parts, the LR2 HSE model is engineered with a six-speed automatic transmission, coupled with the CommandShift™ program that offers manual sequential gear changes. Also featured is a unique driver-selectable sport mode that caters for a more receptive performance. Other notable technological innovations include: Land Rover’s distinctive Terrain Response™, an upgraded all-wheel-drive system for supreme traction, and both the Gradient Release Control and Hill Descent Control for enhanced brake power.

The Land Rover LR2 HSE is set for its nationwide release on November 1, 2007.

Even with the reputation of providing quality-grade and sturdy Land Rover Accessories and parts to its consumers, Land Rover is still being plagued with another entirely negative image, that of being one of the worst polluters in the automotive world. Thus, the company has decided to set a more proactive tone in the designating Global Brand Communications Director Julian Whitehead to rectify such damaging associations.

Whitehead, who is presently enjoying the post of Global Brand Communications Director for two years previous to being the UK Sales Director, is tasked to lead the company’s sustainability program on top of his other brand duties.

Prior to such development news, Land Rover has already been taking the necessary steps to lower emissions from its existing fleets. In fact, the Land Rover currently manages one of the industry’s major carbon-offsetting programs, with the sole purpose of improving its Land Rover Parts. Nevertheless, it can be said that it is still an early stage for the program. For instance, the Land Rover Freelander, the company’s smallest vehicle, still emits the 194g of Carbon Dioxide per Km as contrast to the 140g per km recommendation of the European Commission.

And now, with Whitehead leading the helm, Land Rover officials are positive that the hurtful brand image pertaining to the vehicle’s environmental security would be greatly alleviated. As a Land Rover spokesman has confirmed: “This is something we have been focusing on for two or three years but we needed someone to uniformly coordinate all our efforts. Julian’s new role stretches beyond pure marketing.”

Relatively, news have emerged that Land Rover is in the brainstorming stage of launching a smaller and more fuel-friendly car, so as to reduce the problematic carbon dioxide emissions. This was reaffirmed by Geoff Polites, Chief Officer of Land Rover and Jaguar, in a recent statement: “Part of the sustainability process will include downsizing and smaller, more fuel efficient vehicles.”

The most valuable race day in Europe, the Parknasilla Hotel Goffs Million, is set and ready on the 14^th of September 2007. And Land Rover has successfully secured the much-coveted role of official partner in the prestigious event.

As per the terms and conditions of such affiliation, Land Rover will be the exclusive car to the Goffs Million. Numerous Land Rover vehicles properly adorned with Land Rover Accessories will be on display at this fabulous race affair. This would include the Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Freelander, Discovery, and Defender.

When asked for comment on this newly-formed partnership with the Goffs Millions, Land Rover Ireland’s Marketing Manager John Paul Mooney has this to assert: “We are delighted to have an opportunity to work with Goffs as an official partner to this excellent initiative and to be exclusive car to the Goffs Million. Our on-going association with Goffs through the annual Goffs’ Land Rover National Hunt Sale and the Land Rover Bumper has demonstrated the benefits of the collaboration between our two prestigious brands.”

“We take every opportunity to endorse and participate in events where our customers are present. This is an exciting and positive partnership that will grow with the event over the coming years.”

Land Rover has forged a partnership with Rainbow Media’s IFC for a new half-hour documentary entitled, “Action Indies: Extraordinary Location Scouts”. The narrative revolves around two scouts navigating around Los Angeles and the Australian outback in search of the perfect backdrop for Indie and studio films. And as the exclusive sponsor, Land Rover would be extensively integrated in the film.

Featuring running commentaries from producers, cinematographers, directors, and other key players in the film location verdict, the location scouts will be seen driving Land Rover vehicles all throughout the footage. Some screenshots are strategically designed to show viewers how the vehicles glide smoothly over rough terrain, while some showcases the superiority of the various Land Rover Parts and aesthetic designs. Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be the featured vehicle in the Los Angeles hunt, whereas Land Rover LR3 will be flaunting its off-road performance in Australia.

Alan Klein, IFC’s Senior Vice President for Partnerships and Licensing, declares in a press release: “We’re excited to be working with Land Rover on this groundbreaking partnership that provides them with a unique and creative opportunity to platform their brand.”

“This customized content allows us to strategically integrate Land Rover into an original film that will entertain and engage IFC viewers and continues the network’s overall strategy to generate revenue as a commercial-free network while providing value to its partners by allowing them to effectively target and reach consumers.”

When interviewed and questioned as to how IFC can promote itself as an ad-free program when it offers in-house sponsorship for specific companies to serve as marketing platforms, Klein has this to say: “The promotional vehicles we create are designed to reach consumers and engage them on a level where conventional commercials can’t compete. Rather than a traditional 30-second spot, each on-air promotion integrates the original content on IFC with the sponsors’ product in an uncluttered environment.”

“Even more unique to these partnerships is that IFC remains true to its ‘TV. Uncut’ brand by working with partners whose brand positioning is in line with what IFC represents and the audience it attracts.”

This original documentary feature is set for release on September 1.

Expect to acquire inside information on the colorful work of location scouting, as well as to glimpse first-class Land Rover Range Rover Parts and the terrain-sturdy LR3 model.

The elimination round is over.

Ford Motors Company has already invited its list of short-listed bid players to meet the management teams of the two firms that Ford has put on the market – Jaguar and Land Rover. Industry insiders have divulged that Tata Motors and M&M have been contacted for the said management meetings.

Sources have also pinpointed Former Ford Executives Nick Scheele and Jacques Nasser as part of the select few of bidders. Scheele is partnered with Ripplewood Holdings LLC, while Nassers leads the private equity firm of JPMorgan Chase called One Equity Partners.

Part of the management discussion would revolve on Ford seeking the guarantee of the shortlisted players that whoever is the chosen company would be amenable to particular conditions. One of such situations is ensuring that the UK factories of the two firms will continue production to safeguard UK jobs. Jaguar has three factories in Coverty, Birminghan, and Liverpool; while Land Rover occupies the West Midlands. The said UK factories have been in operation for at least five years and currently have a combined manpower of 19,000 workers.

Land Rover Middle East has launched a program that entitles every Rover consumer of a mandatory five-year or 150,000 Kms warranty cover on any purchase of a Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, LR3 or LR2.

Then again, this accommodating program only applies in the Middle East part of the world. Vehicles bought in the region but are meant to be exported into other foreign countries will revert back to the standard warranty, which is worth three years coverage or equivalent to 100,000 Km service contract.

This program is to further enhance Land Rover’s brand commitment and mission to have the consumer’s best interest at the core of the company’s every venture and undertaking. Providing quality service benefits and value-added Land Rover Parts are the company’s policy to enhance the Rover consumer’s total brand ownership experience.

As it is, Land Rover is proud to announce that it is the first ever automotive manufacturer to launch such a program in the Middle East region.

Andy Gawthorpe, Regional Managing Director of Land Rover Middle East, further discloses, ” We are very excited about launching this new program as it is in line with our company’s philosophy to always enrich the brand experience by offering the best support to our customers at all levels.”

“One of our prime objectives that drives our business is ‘customer satisfaction’.”

“We recognize that the automotive industry has evolved and so have customer expectations and to lead the way is to ensure that we not only deliver good products, but provide added value in terms of service to make the customer’s purchasing decision more rewarding.”

Following the resounding success of the Range Rover Sport in the United States, the Land Rover North American division has agreeably decided to release a limited edition of said popular line — the Range Rover Sport LE.

This very exclusive LE version has already opened its doors to the U.S. market this August of 2007, but would only be available in 250 units.

Finhar McFall, Land Rover North America’s Vice President for Marketing has this to say: “Land Rover is delighted to offer a limited edition Range Rover Sport for those customers who want something a little different. With many exclusive features and options, the Range Rover Sport LE will appeal to those consumers who want a level of personalization that reflects their taste and style.”

Relative to its classic model, this Range Rover Sport LE has several new additions and enhancements tucked under its belt. In terms of the exterior aspect of the Land Rover Parts, the LE boasts of flush-fitting front and rear bumpers, a more extensive roof spoiler, a novel rear exhaust treatment, body-colored lower side panels, tread srips, and 20-inch Stormer wheels.

The interiors of this new Land Rover, on the other hand, is equipped with a Luxury Package that includes a cold climate option, adaptive front lighting, premium leather seats, complementing carpet mats, hand-polished oak wooden trim and a center console cooler box. Also integrated in the LE is an adaptive cruise control, as well as a state-of-the-art DVD entertainment system built specifically for rear seat passengers.

And as with the 2008 Range Rover Sport, the LE has still been equipped with the quality Land Rover Range Rover Parts that the brand is known for. It aptly continues with the 4.2-liter Supercharged V8 engine that is worth 400 horsepower. Moreover, the four wheel drive system serves as a complementing device with the Land Rover’s Terrain Response™ system, which further enhances the road adaptability of the Rover Sport.

This new Range Rover Sport Supercharged LE is currently priced at $81,450 USD.

The Land Rover Defender is known to be the longest surviving SUV in the industry as its roots date back to as early as 1948. Thus far, the Defender has already sold for nearly 1.9 million units, and is now consistently batting an average of 25,000 units a year worldwide. This stable revenue production over the years can be pinpointed on its established niche markets in the forms of the retail and utility consumers, armed forces, and various non-government organizations. Indeed, consumer loyalty for this Land Rover model is exceptionally high, due to its remarkable blend of cargo-loading versatility, advanced technological capabilities, and remarkable strength and durability.The year 2007 marks another exciting milestone for Defender enthusiasts, as Land Rover releases the line’s new and current model. This latest version, as designed by Rover manufacturers, banks on the set of revised and enhanced Land Rover Defender Parts as the unique selling point.In the powertrain avenue, a series of enhancements and new offerings are provided to further increase the Defender’s performance output. A new 2.4-liter four-cylinder CRD diesel engine presents 120 horsepower and 265 ft-lbs of torque. There is also a new six-speed gearbox consisting of a low first gear and high sixth year, wherein the former aids in the stronger off-road control while the latter focuses on smoother cruising dynamics.In terms of the enhancements to the interior features, the Defender has been designed with a more superior HVAC system to ensure better airflow and temperature control. There is also an improved stereo system with AUX-IN jacks. The seatings, as well, have been given an upgrade in comfort through the integration cozier seats and a forward-facing third row seat option.To further highlight this latest Land Rover Defender, Land Rover managing director Phil Popham had this to say: “We’re building on Defender’s success with a package of improvements that will extend its off-road abilities even further, while transforming on-road refinement and comfort. These changes represent a significant vote of confidence in a product which is the foundation of Land Rover’s reputation for off-road excellence; we believe these enhancements will win the hearts and minds of new and existing customers alike.”

Following the established sale of their Aston Martin fleet early this year, it was in June of 2007 that Ford Motor Company has officially revealed another restructuring and refocusing in their system. This time, it has been reviewing the future and possible options for two other premiere automotive brands under its wing, namely the Jaguar and Land Rover Car divisions. And just a month after said disclosure, Ford has decided the company’s submission for a buyout of said brands and opened the arena for bidding procedures.

A spokesman for the brand earlier indicates, “We’ve had contact with interested parties in terms of Jaguar and Land Rover and we’re evaluating that level of interest. Any discussions we’ve had are preliminary only. We’re working with financial advisors to ascertain the best outcome for the future of Jaguar and Land Rover.”

To date, with the bidding process ongoing, Ford has not concretely divulged the number of bidders for the two luxury British brands, but the company cannot help but declare their amazement in the considerable list of interested parties. However, despite attempts in confidentiality, media reports were already able to identify the list of major suitors for Jaguar and Land Rover. The initial ardent players in the bidding is said to be India’s Tata Motors Ltd., as well as Mahindra & Mahirandar Ltd. Sources has also indicated two former Ford executives are currently leading private equity bids for the two British brands. There is Jacques Nasser, who was Ford CEO from 1999 to 2001. Nasser has teamed up in the bid with a private equity firm owned by JPMorgan Chase, aptly named One Equity Partners. Following Nasser is Nich Scheele, who was Ford’s President and Chief Operating Officer from 2001 until his retirement in 2005 and also headed Jaguar from 1992 to 1999. Scheele has joined the bidding with Ripplewood Holdings LLC.

“Each bidder has the opportunity to come down and sit and meet with the board,” said Jay Ward, a spokesman for Land Rover and Jaguar.

Nevertheless, Don Leclair, Ford’s Chief Financial Officer, has also disclosed that Ford is hoping to wrap up a sale of the two British brands by early next year.

Ford Motors Company acquired Jaguar in 1989 and Land Rover in 2000, linking them with Aston Martin and Swedish-based Volvo to form the company’s Premier Automotive Group. However, Ford posted a record US$12.7-billion loss in 2006. Thus, it has decided to sell some of its foreign brands as a means to raise funds in the restructuring of its energy to its core products of Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln brands. As Aston Martin was already sold to Primrose Cove for US$ 931 million, and with Jaguar and Land Rover already put on the market, Volvo will be the only foreign brand left in the PAG. However, Volvo may also be part of the transition phase for Ford as company officials have confirmed that Volvo is currently being evaluated for its worldwide operations as well.