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BMW R1200GS TRIPLE BLACK SPECIAL EDITION
This nearly all-black spin on BMW's best-selling GS Adventure comes with more than just a fresh paint job. New features include a two-stage brake-light warning system that alerts traffic of sudden stops, ABS Pro (to prevent wheel-locking, even when the brakes are rapidly engaged) and a water-cooled, two-cylinder, four-stroke engine delivering 125Nm of flat-twin torque and 125bhp. £tba bmw-motorrad.co.uk
ARGO 8 X 8 XTI
With eight-wheel drive, an optional caterpillar track and triple-differential ADMIRAL steering transmission, this amphibious four-seater is engineered for the most demanding of off-road cargo hauls.
The 748cc liquid-cooled, V-twin Kohler Aegis engine delivers speeds of up to 27kph on land, and 5kph in the water, and the fully water-sealed hull benefits from a ground clearance of 22.8cm. $poa argoatv.com
FRAUSCHER 747 MIRAGE AIR
Retaining the original 747's hull with twin, carbon-fibre air intakes created by hydro-dynamics expert Harry Miesbauer, Frauscher's new Air version introduces an open bow design with a central cockpit for ample relaxation space. Engine outputs range from 230hp to 430hp for a top speed of 56 knots, and an optional bow thruster provides extra control when mooring. From €159,600 frauscher boats.com
JAGUAR F-PACE
Developed from the award winning C-X17 concept vehicle, Jaguar's first foray into SUV production mixes the brand's sports-car heritage with a spacious, family-friendly interior.
All driver information and entertainment options are taken care of using Jaguar's InControl Touch Pro system, which includes a laser-projected heads-up display, an eight-inch touchscreen and a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to eight devices. From £34,170 jaguar.com
MORGAN EV3
Morgan's iconic three-wheeler has been reinvented courtesy of a 45kW rear electric motor, making it the Worcester-based manufacturer's first production electric vehicle. The top speed is limited to 129kph with a range of 241km. The electric port -- through which the car recharges within four hours -- is concealed beneath the retro-styled petrol cap. The model is expected to go into production at the end of 2016. £tba morgan-motor.co.uk
ARIEL NOMAD
Maintaining the same aversion to doors, roof and other protection from the elements that defined Ariel's wickedly fast -- and surprisingly road-legal -- Atom sports car, the Nomad takes proceedings off the Tarmac with a boosted roll cage, toughened Yokohama tyres and adjustable long-travel suspension. Its 2.4l, four-cylinder Honda engine generates 235bhp which, with an ultralight 670kg frame, yields 0-100kph in 3.5 seconds and a 201kph top speed. £33,000 arielmotor.co.uk
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