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The BMW 7 Series is crowned Professional Driver Car of the Year 2016.
Fri Nov 25 02:00:00 CET 2016 Press Kit
The BMW 730Ld wins double at Professional Driver Awards 2016.
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The BMW 730Ld Saloon has been crowned Car of the Year at the
Professional Driver Car of the Year Awards 2016, while also taking the
title of Chauffer Car of the Year.
The BMW 7 Series was commended for its unrivalled mix of
comfort, driver satisfaction, and outstanding features making it the
ideal chauffer car both for the driver and the driven. Its sheer
quality and improved fuel consumption, along with an excellent
manufacturer-backed chauffer programme clinched the title.
Mark Bursa, Editor of Professional Driver magazine, said: “The
new BMW 730Ld registered one of the highest average scores for any car
we’ve ever seen in the history of the Professional Driver Car of the
Year Awards. Factor in some impressively low running costs and some
great manufacturer back-up, and you’ve got an exceptional car.”
Richard Hudson, Sales Director for BMW UK, said: “To take home
this prestigious award is a real honour. The BMW 7 Series has gone
from strength to strength since its launch in 2015 and we hope this
continues in the future.”
The Professional Driver Car of the Year is chosen from the seven
category winners, and the awards are announced at the Professional
Driver Awards dinner in November. Each shortlisted vehicle undergoes
rigorous testing by more than 80 judges, comprising of invited heads
of leading chauffeur and private hire firms, experienced chauffeurs,
as well as carefully chosen motoring editors and journalists.
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