We all got a glimpse of the BMW Z4 at the Detroit Motor Show and its first official stop is Dubai. This was announced as the modern classic roadster designed car has officially landed in Dubai Territory. For the car enthusiasts of Dubai, the arrival of the BMW Z4 promises to provide better driving pleasure thanks to a seating position moved close to the rear axle, rear-wheel drive and an automatically retractable hardtop.

‘The design elements of the new BMW Z4 Roadster have already been recognized internationally, having won a prestigious red dot award, the largest and most renowned design competition in the world. We are confident that our clientele in Dubai will also recognize and appreciate the inherent beauty and performance of this exceptional car.’

The new BMW Z4 is bound to continue the much retained level of luxury driving that only a few can enjoy. And among the first people to experience the difference happens to be lucky Dubai-based customers who will surely be checking out the first glimpse of the BMW Z4 roadster that is now available in their territory. The BMW Z4 is now available at AGMC.

(Source) Ame Info

Tags: bmw z4, bmw z4 roadster, classic roadster, detroit motor show, new bmw, rear axle

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If you think seeing the new Jaguar models, the New XKR and XFR, were enough then try getting into detail with the features that they carry. At the heart of Jaguar’s ADC system is GKN Driveline’s ETM electronic limited slip differential (eLSD).

The ETM is a rear axle differential with an integrated active coupling that provides unsurpassed vehicle traction and stability through high speed optimal torque allocation to the powered wheels. Its integrated electronically controlled direct actuation makes it a highly suited module for improving dynamic performance in sports cars such as the new XKR and XFR.

Keys to the ETM’s performance are:

• Smooth and immediate engagement (mechanically pre-emptive)
• High control accuracy
• Exceptional release response time, all of which are ensured by the ETM’s “smart” actuator

An electronic control unit with GKN’s proprietary IPM software constantly monitors torque requirements and manages an electric motor that directly rotates the cam gear of a unidirectional ball-ramp mechanism. The rotational torque causes the balls to roll up the opposing ramps, which pushes the front cam forward and activates the clutch. Without intervention from the driver, the system continuously adapts to both the driver’s demands and the amount of grip available at each individual wheel.

(Source) Press

Tags: coupling, dynamic performance, etm, gkn driveline, jaguar models, limited slip differential, ramps, rear axle, Sports Cars, torque requirements, XKR

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