- Gravity-defying entrance for the all-new Jaguar F-PACE
- F-PACE breaks Guinness World Record for largest ever 'loop the loop'
- F-PACE withstood extreme forces of 6.5G as it completed the giant 19.08 metre tall loop
- Dynamic reveal showcased exceptional performance, agility and strength
- Jaguar F-PACE is in a class of its own - the ultimate practical sports car
- Special 'First Edition' model also available- limited to just 2,000 vehicles globally
- Exciting reveal celebrates 80th birthday of the Jaguar brand and follows successful launches of the XE and XF saloons
- Watch the F-PACE's world record debut here
(FRANKFURT, GERMANY) - September 14, 2015 - The all-new Jaguar F-PACE, the world's most practical sports car, was driven with daring precision by expert British stunt driver Terry Grant. The F-PACE sped through the specially built structure, using its sports car derived technology and world-class collection of safety features to complete the record loop and officially signal the opening of order books worldwide.
Ian Callum, Director of Design for Jaguar said, "The Jaguar F-PACE is an SUV with the soul of a sports car. When we created this car we thought differently; we took a Jaguar sports car and made it family friendly. The F-PACE exudes performance yet you can fit five people and all their belongings in it. This is a car for people who love driving, who love design and who love technology - this is the ultimate practical sports car."
The extraordinary feat, showcased the powerful design of the lightweight F-PACE and its ability to combine agility with sports car speed and performance.
Fiona Pargeter, Global PR Communications Director, Jaguar Land Rover, said, "The F-PACE is a family car that is fast, fun and full of charisma, so completing the world's largest loop the loop was the perfect reveal moment. The F-PACE is packed full of innovative technology and features the world's most-advanced in-car entertainment system, matched with super-fast wi-fi connectivity. Customers are going to go loopy for the Jaguar F-PACE."
Pro Driver Terry Grant undertook two months of intense physical and dietary training to ensure his body was prepared for the 6.5 G-Force, which is greater than the forces experienced by space shuttle pilots.
Months of planning went in to ensuring that both car and driver could complete this never before done challenge. Precise physics, angles, speeds and dimensions were considered by a team of experts including structural engineers, mathematicians and safety experts.
Terry Grant, Legendary Stunt Driver, said, "Driving the world's largest loop tonight was a very proud moment in my career. The F-PACE's supreme performance credentials and rigid lightweight structure gave me complete confidence that I had the strength and driving agility needed. I am delighted to bring the Guinness World Record back to the UK and help Jaguar run rings around their competitors ahead of the motor show tomorrow."
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About Terry Grant
Terry Grant is considered one of the all-time greats of stunt driving. He is an international stunt driver and multiple world-record-holder for a variety of motoring stunts. Terry has performed at some of the most prestigious events from the Race of Champions and Formula 1 road shows worldwide.
About Jaguar
Jaguar is a premier manufacturer of luxury sedans and sports cars offering unparalleled design with tremendous performance. The company's vision throughout its storied history has been simple: To produce beautiful, fast cars that are desired the world over. Jaguar strives to provide a world class ownership experience to every owner. Today's Jaguar lineup consists of the two-seater F-TYPE, XJ luxury sedan, and the XF sports sedan. Jaguar designs, engineers and manufactures exclusively in the United Kingdom, at the Castle Bromwich manufacturing plant in the British Midlands. Jaguar is fully engaged with sustainability initiatives and social concerns with continuous involvement in environmental and community programs. For more information visit the official Jaguar website at www.jaguarusa.com.
About Jaguar Land Rover
• The United States is one of the leading global markets for both Jaguar and Land Rover
• Jaguar Land Rover employs 32,000 people and sells vehicles in 170 countries around the world
• Jaguar Land Rover has two state of the art engineering and design facilities and four advanced manufacturing plants in the UK
• Headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey in the United States, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC has offices across the USA
• Jaguar Land Rover is represented by more than 330 independently operated retail outlets in the USA
