Jaguar Bet It All On A Risky Rebrand. We Finally Drove The Prototype, And There's Only One Big Problem

"The exterior of the broad 16.5-foot sedan is covered in a camouflaging flurry of opposing black and white diagonal slashes that resemble one of Jasper Johns' radical crosshatch paintings from the mid-1970s."

"The Type 00 concept showcased the design direction for the forthcoming production vehicle. But based on the camouflaged silhouette, we expect some changes to the final car."

"The entire future of the venerable brand is riding on its massive 23 wheels. It is evident, from the moment that I tip into the throttle, that the teams of engineers and designers here have been aware of and attentive to this heavy burden."

"The big car moves off the line and gathers speed with an intentional, but not abrupt, alacrity. It is plenty quick, and will likely put anything in the brand's history to shame in a 0-60 race."

The Jaguar X900 prototype features a striking exterior design with a camouflaged pattern reminiscent of Jasper Johns' artwork. Its interior is dark and unfinished, designed to absorb light. The vehicle is expected to undergo changes before production. The prototype boasts over 1,000 horsepower and aims to redefine Jaguar's performance standards. Initial driving impressions reveal a graceful acceleration, contrasting with the aggressive performance of competitors like Tesla, indicating a focus on composure and elegance in its driving experience.

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