Friday, 11 May 2012

Autoblog takes a hot (wet) lap in Jaguar's Nürburgring taxi

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Jaguar XJ Nurburgring Taxi

Jaguar introduced the world to its very own XJ Nürburgring taxi last week, and it just so happened that we were on hand to be one of the first to take part in a long, dizzying lap of Germany's famed racing circuit as a passenger in the front seat.

So-called "'Ring taxis" are specially modified race-ready vehicles designed to tote passengers at high speeds around Europe's famed circuit that circles the village of Nürburg, Germany. While most automakers modify their high-performance models for the harsh duty, the British automaker chose the largest vehicle in its lineup - the extended-wheelbase XJ sedan in range-topping Supersport trim. Yes, the company's limousine.

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