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The Audi crosslane coupé makes its debut at the Paris Motor Show
Audi provides a glimpse of the future shape of design, along with automotive and drive concepts, through its Audi crosslane coupé concept car. This vehicle is an entirely new fusion of technology, engineering and design, and provides pointers to the design language of Audi’s future Q models.
With a Multimaterial Space Frame, the vehicle concept strikes out along entirely new paths with regard to weight, costs and energy usage over its lifecycle, and is an evolutionary stage of Audi ultra – the lightweight construction principle from Audi.
NISSAN AT THE PARIS MOTOR SHOW 2012
- Innovative TeRRA concept takes Zero Emissions mobility to the next level and beyond with Nissan-developed hydrogen fuel-cell
- Juke NISMO production car launches exciting new performance brand
- Juke with Ministry of Sound limited edition
- New Qashqai 360 with added equipment and value
- European debut for PIVO 3 Zero Emissions concept car
- Micra Elle extends partnership with world-famous fashion titlef
- Revised 370Z Coupe and Roadster featuring detail enhancements
PARIS (18 September, 2012) Great design delivered through innovation – Nissan is showcasing its bold approach in spectacular style at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. Showing the strength and depth of its highly successful range, Nissan is exhibiting an array of vehicles that offer an exciting glimpse of what the future holds for the brand.
Nissan’s commitment to innovation and the desire to introduce new technology is a strategy that clearly appeals to buyers. Following its best ever sales year in 2011 – up 25 per cent in 2010 – Nissan is on course for yet another highly successful year in 2012.
With continued growth in Europe in the face of very challenging trading conditions, Nissan’s performance highlights the strength and appeal of its current product range. Sales to the end of July show an increase of 5% year-on-year with huge investment being made to expand its industrial footprint even further in the UK, Spain and Russia.
TeRRA concept car – Paris Motor Show
Taking centre stage and making its global debut at Paris is the rugged TeRRA concept car. The dramatically-designed four-seater takes the philosophy of Zero Emissions mobility and extends it into an exciting new domain. Powered by hydrogen fuel-cell, TeRRA offers four-wheel-drive capability and proves that Zero Emissions vehicles aren’t just for the urban environment. Nissan is already the market leader in the zero emissions field, with the all-electric Leaf continuing to lead the way thanks to its innovative design and engineering.
Through the use of in wheel motor technology, TeRRA is free of the packaging constraints that affect conventional SUVs. With no central transmission tunnel, the seating gives all four passengers a broad and unique view out of the vehicle. In addition, TeRRA introduces bold new surfacing materials and removable, portable technology for the driver display and infotainment systems.
Juke NISMO
An exciting new era in Nissan performance motoring starts at the Paris Motor Show with the official launch of the NISMO road car programme. Designed and developed by Nissan’s NISMO division in Japan, the range of affordable yet highly advanced performance cars is spearheaded by the new Juke NISMO.
Powered by a modified version of the acclaimed 1.6-litre direct injection turbocharged petrol engine that drives the DIG-T model, the Juke NISMO features a bespoke aerodynamics package and a revised chassis design to deliver an even more engaging driving experience.
Juke with Ministry of Sound
Celebrating its ongoing partnership with the London-based clubbing and electronic dance music authority Ministry of Sound, the Juke with Ministry of Sound is a limited edition model that features a number of premium design enhancements and special features.
Available with any engine and transmission in the current range, the Juke with Ministry of Sound is finished in either Metallic Black or Solid White, and comes with a bespoke design package and a Ministry of Sound Music Pack that comprises an Apple iPod touch* complete with Scratch Shield case, Ministry of Sound headphones and a VIP voucher for the Ministry of Sound music store.
Making an equally dramatic impact on the Nissan stand in Paris is the Juke Box – a specially commissioned pair of Juke fitted with what has been dubbed the ‘world’s ultimate mobile sound system’. Built by the same audio team that created the famous ‘Box room’ at the Ministry of Sound nightclub in London, it has become the main attraction at Nissan’s high-profile Juke Box Sessions held throughout Europe.
The Peugeot 208 TYPE R5 to go unveiled at the Paris Motor Show
After the 208 R2, Peugeot Sport is opening a new chapter in the sports variants of the 208, and not least with the 208 Type R5. A true ‘competition wildcat’, it will replace the 207 Super 2000, benchmark of the S2000 category as much for its technical performance as for its sporting and commercial performance.
World premiere in Paris
Announced at the end of 2011, the 208 Type R5 will be unveiled in Paris at the Motor Show on 27th September and on show until the 14th October. Its contours and its technical assets continue Peugeot’s rallying tradition. ‘Body built’ for asphalt (tarmac) and loose-surfaces (gravel), the 208 Type R5 will compete in its first rallies and go on sale in the 2nd half of 2013 in order to be able to conquer the national and international championships the following season.
In the footsteps of success
As a pioneer, the 207 Super 2000 won everything and has without doubt had the greatest record in the category. It has accumulated six Intercontinental Rally Challenge titles, many crowns in various national championships and numerous victories worldwide including San Remo, the Tour de Corse and the Monte Carlo. One hundred and seven of these vehicles have been sold to date, run by private customers, importers or on behalf of Peugeot Subsidiaries: South Africa, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, France, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic and the UK.
Drivers such as Thierry Neuville and Kris Meeke were ‘discovered’ and defined their skills at its wheel. So the 208 Type R5 will have to demonstrate that it is a worthy successor to the 207 Super 2000.
The 208 Type R5 benefits from all the expertise and experience of Peugeot Sport, acquired and recognised over many years. Under the direction of Alexis Avril, technical manager of Peugeot Sport, Bertrand Vallat, formerly responsible for the 207 S2000, is the project leader for the 208 Type R5.
Peugeot at the Paris Motor Show 2012
Inspiration, Move up-market, Internationalisation The Paris Motor Show is a key event for the world’s motor industry. On a new-look stand, Peugeot is displaying its most competitive models in its return to the offensive: the Marque gives top billing to the new 208, reaffirms its policy of moving up-market and providing features that delight motorists, demonstrates once again its inspiration and expertise through the Onyx Concept car and confirms, with the 301 and the 2008 Concept, the acceleration of its Internationalisation strategy.
Among the 40 production vehicles and Concept cars presented on the 3,900m2 stand at the Paris Motor Show, Peugeot is displaying no fewer than ten 208 vehicles: so many aspects of the vehicle which focuses on the unique expertise of the Marque in the category of the Supermini and embodies the regeneration of the brand.
SUZUKI S-CROSS: C-SEGMENT CROSSOVER CONCEPT CAR TO DEBUT AT 2012 PARIS MOTOR SHOW
The S-Cross, a concept car heralding a C-segment crossover model from Suzuki will be making its world debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show from 27 September to 14 October*.
Suzuki’s crossover concept S-Cross embodies an “Emotion x Quality x Aerodynamics” design theme, which is typified by distinctive dynamic lines that start on the front bumper, sweep across the doors, and continue to the rear of the body. Design elements which suggest stability and solidity also help create a cutting-edge crossover look.
Further information about the S-Cross and other Suzuki activities can be obtained at the Suzuki Press Conference, scheduled for 7.30 a.m. on 27 September in Hall 5.2 – Aisle B – Stand 509.
CITROËN CONCEPT CARS IN THE LIMELIGHT AT C_42
- Citroën opens ‘Now Future’ at C_42 on the Champs-Elysées in Paris
- GTbyCitroën, Survolt, Revolte, Hypnos & C-Métisse concept cars on display
- Exhibition demonstrates how close concept cars can be to production models
C_42, Citroën’s international showcase on the Champs-Elysées, has opened a new show called ‘Now Future’. After travelling back in time with an exhibition on presidential Citroën’s, the brand is zooming into the future with a display of its most emblematic concept cars. Underlining Citroën’s boldness, creativity and technology, the new season demonstrates the brand’s ability to take elements from its concept cars and turn them into reality. Citroën’s New DS5 flagship, for example, was inspired by the magical and daring C-SportLounge concept from 2005.
C_42 is paying tribute to Citroën’s audacity. Concept cars, from the dazzling C-Métisse to the irreverent Revolte and Survolt, as well as the uber-athletic GTbyCitroën, illustrate Citroën’s seismic shift in styling over time and demonstrate the brand’s ability to innovate with their full-electric and hybrid drivetrains.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS AT 2012 PARIS MOTORSHOW – NEW OUTLANDER PLUG-IN HYBRID EV WORLD PREMIERE
CIRENCESTER, UK – At the forthcoming 2012 Paris Motor Show[1] (“Mondial de l’Automobile”), Mitsubishi Motors will continue to roll out its ambitious, global and green new product generation with a series of significant premieres. Highlight of this offensive will be the world introduction of the all-new Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV.
New Frontier Neither a mere adaptation of an existing Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) – powered vehicle, nor a dedicated Plug-in Hybrid technology showcase, the New Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV (or “PHEV”) will share its architecture with the soon-to-be-introduced New Outlander’s ICE versions – an engineering feat in itself.
As such, it will be the first mainstream car from a major manufacturer envisaged from the outset with built-in provisions for either ICE or PHEV power trains.
Plug-in Hybrid EV Adding to its credentials, the New Outlander PHEV will further distinguish itself:
- Mitsubishi Motors’ first Plug-in Hybrid car, it will be an EV-based vehicle, relying on MMC’s extensive EV and electronic know-how, supplemented by a petrol engine when needed – a solution more suited to global markets than Diesel.
- Making the best use of Mitsubishi’s renowned 4-Wheel-Drive expertise, it will also be the first permanent 4WD electric car in series production.
Long haul The New Outlander PHEV unique drive train combination of front electric motor + rear electric motor + front traction/generator petrol engine will translate into a choice of three driving modes:
- Pure (Twin Motor 4WD EV)
- Series (Twin Motor 4WD – EV supported by generator)
- Parallel (ICE engine supported by Twin Motor 4WD).
When fitted to the New Outlander, the Mitsubishi Plug-in Hybrid system will allow for a long haul range and very low emissions similar to that of the Concept PX-MiEV II show car, i.e. a driving distance of over 800 km and a CO2 target below 50 g/km.
Further… Whilst the New Outlander ICE will start its commercial career in Western & Eastern Europe in the fall of 2012, the Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV will be retailed in Europe during the course of 2013.
Complementing this New Outlander family, Mitsubishi Motors will stage further premieres at the Paris Motor Show, aimed at a European audience and to be detailed at a later stage…