UK RECALL #13 - JAGUAR - XK recalled for parking lights may not function as intended.

Vehicle Details
Reference :	R/2015/015
Manufacturer Ref :	J049
Make:	JAGUAR
Model :	XK
Launch Date :	23/01/2015
Numbers Involved :	3679
Build Start Date :	02/07/2011
Build End Date :	13/01/2015

Recall Details
Concern :	PARKING LIGHTS MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED
Description :	Front side lights, when used as parking lights, should remain illuminated until the battery is exhausted. On affected vehicles they may extinguish after a period of time.
Remedial Action :	Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software.
Vehicle Id :	SAJWA4FB0CLB44940 to SAJAC45R7FMB56794

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JAGUAR - XK

Bentley Motors named top employer for the fourth year running.

• Recognised as one of the best amongst UK organisations
• “Exceptional employee conditions and nurtures and develops talent throughout all levels of the organisation”
• Multi-million pound site expansion creates 300 new jobs for Bentley

For the fourth consecutive year, Bentley Motors has been named as one of Britain’s top employers by the Top Employers Institute.

Bentley has been awarded for its commitment and dedication to the personal development of its 3,800 colleagues working at the Crewe headquarters, and was particularly praised for its focus on the career and succession planning of its workforce.

Marlies Rogait, Member of the Board for Human Resources, said: “We are working on the next generation of Bentleys, starting with our SUV, the Bentayga, and this recognition reinforces that our business and colleagues share the commitment to performance, quality and engineering excellence our cars are renowned for. We are proud to be awarded with Top Employer status once again and to be recognised for our continuous efforts in development and training.”

Strengthening the company’s focus on development, Bentley has recently implemented an upskilling programme. The programme broadens and enhances the skills of Bentley colleagues, focusing on core competencies within the business. Tools include the introduction of training islands, taking advantage of master trainers, and adopting a dual education approach for trainees.

Bentley also announced in December that it was expanding its footprint at the company’s headquarters and creating new jobs. In a £40 million investment, a new research and development centre will generate 300 new positions.

To support the company’s future investment in its employees and the community, Bentley is playing a pivotal role in bringing a University Technical College to Crewe. Focused on Engineering and Design, the college will offer an inspiring education for 14-18 year olds seeking a pathway to future employment.

The latest ‘Top Employer’ award closely follows the company’s record breaking year. Delivering 11,020 cars in 2014 and with growth in every region, Bentley strengthened its position as the world’s most sought after luxury car brand.

New Aerokit for the Porsche 911 Turbo and 911 Turbo S

Porsche Exclusive is now offering an Aerokit for the Porsche 911 Turbo models. This performance package includes a new, distinctive front spoiler and a completely redesigned rear deck lid that has a fixed rear spoiler with side winglets while maintaining the automatically adjusting rear wing. 

The expressive front spoiler with side fins and the striking rear fascia add even more character and sportiness to the car's traditional 911 Turbo silhouette.

Along with an attractive look, aerodynamic function was also a top priority during development. The “Aerokit Turbo” underwent extensive wind tunnel testing and test drives on the test circuit at the Porsche Development Center in Weissach, Germany. 

The key goal in its development was to improve driving dynamics by further increasing downforce, while preserving the same coefficient of drag as the standard equipment. This ensured the proper integration of the flow-optimized Aerokit into the harmoniously balanced overall concept of the high-performance 911 Turbo models. 

For example, the aerodynamic components of the "Aerokit Turbo" generate even more downforce at the front and rear axles, which increase driving stability, particularly at high speeds. 

For instance, the total downforce generated by the 911 Turbo adaptive aerodynamics at 186 mph on the track was increased by 37 lbs, to 57 lbs, in the Speed setting, and by 40 lbs, to 331 lbs, in the Performance setting.

Customers can order one of two versions of the "Aerokit Turbo" – in the car's body color or in high-gloss black. In addition to the Aerokit add-ons, the standard side skirts and rear fascia are also painted. In the black version, the air intake cover on the rear lid is also painted black to match the retractable rear wing.

The Aerokit will be available on all 911 Turbo and 911 Turbo S models worldwide via Porsche Exclusive, or it can be retrofitted by Porsche Tequipment. The "Aerokit Turbo" can now be ordered from Porsche Exclusive when ordering a new car at the MSRP of $6,950. 

Aerokit retrofitting will also be offered by Porsche Tequipment through participating authorized Porsche dealers, with an MSRP of $6,886 (excluding paint finish, assembly, and installation). All provisions of the vehicle warranty remain in force in the case of retrofitting of the genuine Porsche Tequipment component at an authorized Porsche dealer.

Mazda launches a whole host of new and refreshed models at Geneva 2015

• All-new Mazda CX-3 makes European debut
• New generation Mazda MX-5 and Mazda2 join 2015 Mazda CX-5 and 2015 Mazda6

Mazda’s model offensive will go into overdrive at the 85^th Geneva Motor Show in early March. The Japanese carmaker will showcase the all-new Mazda CX-3 – its fifth model launch in six months – alongside two new model generations, the all-new Mazda MX-5 and the recently introduced Mazda2, and the 2015 Mazda CX-5 and 2015 Mazda6.

Front and centre is the Mazda CX-3, as Mazda’s very first small SUV makes its European premiere. Offered in AWD or FWD format, the sleek KODO design and the unconventional combination of performance and fuel efficiency from its SKYACTIV Technology are set to take this rapidly growing segment by storm when it goes on sale in Europe in early summer.

The long awaited fourth-generation Mazda MX-5 offers something for everyone. First revealed in September, the all-new MX-5 features will set the heart racing with a new exterior design and SKYACTIV engines. The lightweight design goes back to the roots of the original model launched 25 years ago. It will hit the market in the autumn.

The new Mazda2 raises the bar for the B segment with a huge range of equipment for its class, including a head-up display. The new supermini has already won the 2014-15 Japan Car of the Year award and Europe’s Golden Steering Wheel.

The 2015 Mazda CX-5 and 2015 Mazda6 round out the company’s highlights in Geneva. Besides redesigned faces and interiors, new features include active safety systems like Adaptive LED Headlights – a Mazda debut. The 2015 Mazda6 is offered with AWD and a head-up display, while the 2015 CX-5 adds the powerful SKYACTIV-G 2.5 to its petrol engine line-up.

All five models will be available with MZD Connect, Mazda’s safe and easy-to-use smartphone connectivity system, and the company’s state-of-the-art i-ACTIVSENSE active safety technology. They will be on display at stand 5150 (hall 5) at the Geneva Motor Show, which opens to the media on 3-4 March and then the public from 5-15 March. Mazda will hold its press conference at 10:45am on 3 March.

JANUARY USA SALES - PORSCHE - Macan helps Sports car maker to increased sales in month one of 2015.

U.S. Porsche dealers sell 3,937 vehicles in January

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of Porsche 918 Spyder, 911, Boxster and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up, today announced January 2015 sales of 3,937 vehicles. PCNA kicked off the year successfully with record January sales, up 27.2 percent over January 2014 (3,096).

“It’s greatly encouraging that we are able to carry the momentum of last year’s record sales into the start of 2015,” said Detlev von Platen, President and CEO, Porsche Cars North America. “The 911 range with the new GTS models was an especially impressive performer this month with 1,052 deliveries.”

The 911 model line’s strong demand in January put its sales up 32.8 percent over last January. In January, the Cayenne had 1,116 deliveries, and the sporty Macan recorded sales of 796 with demand still outpacing availability. The Panamera sports sedan had 437 deliveries. The mid-engine Boxster and Cayman models had a combined 502 deliveries.

Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales in the U.S. were 1,023 for January 2015, an increase of 26.6 percent from the same period last year.

Model	January Sales		Year-to-Date
	Current Year	Prior Year	2015 YTD	2014 YTD
ALL BOXSTER/CAYMAN	502	600	502	600
ALL 911/918	1,086	792	1,086	792
ALL CAYENNE	1,116	1,158	1,116	1,158
ALL PANAMERA	437	564	437	564
ALL MACAN	796	0	796	0
GRAND TOTALS	3,937	3,096	3,937	3,096

JANUARY USA SALES - MAZDA - Mazda continues to grow significantly with a 7.7% jump on 2014.

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported January U.S. sales of 20,271 vehicles, representing an increase of 7.7 percent versus last year.

"Coming off our best sales year in 20 years, Mazda vehicles sales have continued the positive momentum into 2015," said Ron Stettner, vice president of sales, MNAO. "Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-5 all performed very well in January and our dealers' success is the product of focusing on fundamentals and building Mazda's brand value with our customers."

Key January sales notes:

• Mazda CX-5 saw its best January ever with 5,949 vehicles sold and an increase of 19.0 percent YOY. This is the twelfth consecutive month of YOY increases for CX-5 sales.
• Mazda6 recorded its best January since 2012 with 3,766 vehicles sold, an increase of 18.7 percent YOY.
• Mazda3 performed very well in January 2015 with 7,896 vehicles sold, an increase of 26.7 percent year-over-year (YOY).
• SKYACTIV^® TECHNOLOGYproves to be the key between performance and fuel efficiency as customers demand a no-compromise solution. In January 2015, 86.8 percent of Mazdas sold were equipped with SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY.
• Mazda reported Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) January sales of 3,437 vehicles, up 18.0 percent YOY.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported January sales of 4,046 vehicles, up 41.0 percent versus last year, making it the best January in MMdM history and the 24^th consecutive month of YOY growth.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through more than 700 dealers.  Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City.

		Month-To-Date							Year-To-Date
		January		January		%		% MTD	January		January		%		% YTD
		2015		2014		Change		DSR	2015		2014		Change		DSR
Mazda2		112		907		(87.7)%		(88.1)%	112		907		(87.7)%		(88.1)%
Mazda3		7,896		6,234		26.7%		21.8%	7,896		6,234		26.7%		21.8%
Mazda5		941		1,800		(47.7)%		(49.7)%	941		1,800		(47.7)%		(49.7)%
Mazda6		3,766		3,172		18.7%		14.2%	3,766		3,172		18.7%		14.2%
MX-5 Miata		338		212		59.4%		53.3%	338		212		59.4%		53.3%
RX-8				-		N/A		N/A	-		-		N/A		N/A
CX-5		5,949		4,998		19.0%		14.4%	5,949		4,998		19.0%		14.4%
CX-7		-		-		N/A		N/A	-		-		N/A		N/A
CX-9		1,269		1,490		(14.8)%		(18.1)%	1,269		1,490		(14.8)%		(18.1)%
Tribute		-		-		N/A		N/A	-		-		N/A		N/A
Total Vehicles
CARS		13,053		12,325		5.9%		1.8%	13,053		12,325		5.9%		1.8%
TRUCKS		7,218		6,488		11.3%		7.0%	7,218		6,488		11.3%		7.0%
TOTAL		20,271		18,813		7.7%		3.6%	20,271		18,813		7.7%		3.6%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR		13,052		12,326		5.9%			13,052		12,326		5.9%
IMPORT TRUCK		7,218		6,488		11.3%			7,218		6,488		11.3%
IMPORT TOTAL		20,270		18,814		7.7%			20,270		18,814		7.7%
DOMESTIC CAR		1		(1)		(200.0)%			1		(1)		(200.0)%
DOMESTIC TRUCK		-		-		N/A			-		-		N/A
DOMESTIC TOTALS		1		(1)		(200.0)%			1		(1)		(200.0)%
Selling Days		26		25					26		25
Mazda6-Gas (14+MY)		3,765		3,173					3765		3173
Mazda6-SDN (Pre 14MY)		1		-1					1		-1