paris FRANCE

Paris, France—The Peugeot ONYX Concept: Utilizing Bold “Raw” Materials for Efficiency.

Sculpted using materials processed as little as possible, this supercar has been created by enthusiasts who have drawn their inspiration from the world of competition. With its V8 engine in a central rear position, the Onyx propels its admirers into a world of high performance, controlled in all circumstances thanks to intuitive instruments and controls. In addition to its stunning aesthetics, it explores new ‘raw’ materials, to take efficiency to another level.

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paris FRANCE

A production in three acts: A modern sense of status and sensual shapes.

Stuttgart/Paris—With its sculpture titled “Aesthetics S”, Mercedes-Benz is providing an artistic glimpse of the design of the luxury saloon of the foreseeable future. The aesthetics of the relief-like sculpture are combined with an exciting projection display. In the eyes of the observer, this creates a three-dimensional world and enables the creative imagination of the designers to be visualised to impressive effect. The modern production in three acts, developed by the Mercedes-Benz designers, will be on display in Hall 1 at the Paris Motor Show (27 September to 14 October 2012).

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McLaren Automotive will use its first ever international motor show appearance to preview its next generation ultimate supercar – the P1 – which takes much of its technological and spiritual inspiration from the company’s Racing division. P1 has one simple goal: to be the best driver’s car in the world on road and track.

At the Paris Motor Show, Mondial de l’Automobile 2012, P1 is previewed as a design study. Next year a production version, which the company aims to put on sale within 12 months, will be revealed.

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los angeles CALIFORNIA

NORI Concept: Building on Toyota’s leadership role in creating eco-sensitive vehicles, the NORI concept challenges us to look ahead and create a clever vision that addresses fuel economy, emissions, green materials, new design and manufactured technology, and transforms it into an emotionally appealing design solution.

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los angeles CALIFORNIA

Volvo Air Motion

Imagine . . .
A vehicle lighter than a Formula 1 racing car. . . . Experiencing the adrenaline rush of carving through the canyons with up to three friends. . . . Not using a drop of gasoline. . . . Now just imagine if these dreams could be brought together in a single vehicle.
Tipping the scales at under 1,000 lbs. the Volvo Air Motion Concept makes these dreams a reality and delivers this in a beautiful Scandinavian body. Designed like a clam shell and sculptured from ultra light carbon fiber.

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geneva SWITZERLAND

NUCCIO: AN “EXTREME” SPORTS CAR TO CELEBRATE THE CENTENARY

Caprie (TO), 10 February 2012 – The concept car that Bertone will world preview at the Geneva Motor Show (8-18 March) to celebrate its Centenary is called the Nuccio, after the never-to-be-forgotten master of Italian styling in the world.

The Nuccio is an “extreme” sportscar that puts an evolutionary imprint on the concept that is built into Bertone’s dna: the mid-rear engined berlinetta. Formally, the Nuccio takes its layout from the low, muscular one-box design that is part of the company’s historic tradition. At the same time, it displays a styling language of strong emotional impact that projects the brand’s identity into the future.

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geneva SWITZERLAND

FT-Bh — A concept bringing efficiency to a new level

- Concept designed to demonstrate minimised emissions within an economically viable framework
- Design inspired by the natural flow of the air
- 3,985 mm long combined with light weight body design resulting in a 786 kg mass
- High level of aerodynamic performance resulting in a Coefficient of Drag (Cd) of just 0.235
- High efficiency 1.0-litre petrol, 2-cylinder, full hybrid powertrain
- Aiming at 2.1 l/100 km and 49 g/km – a new milestone for a full hybrid powered vehicle

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geneva SWITZERLAND

March 2012: Worldwide premiere at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show

At the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, Automobili Lamborghini is presenting the most uncompromising open super sports car of its entire history. The Lamborghini Aventador J is a force of nature on wheels – supremely powerful and supremely open. The Aventador J offers its pilot and co-pilot an utterly indescribable experience of power and dynamics. At the same time, the 515 kW / 700 hp two-seater is a first class technology showcase, combining innovative solutions and brand new materials. Demonstrating Automobili Lamborghini’s enormous expertise in carbon fiber technology.

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los angeles CALIFORNIA

MAYBACH DRS – “Den-Riki-Sha” (electric powered rickshaw)

Gracing the Roads of Tomorrow—
A radically new car culture will arise in the near future, which is aligned with modern architecture, infrastructure and nature. An astonishing variety of future automotive designs will grow, commensurate, with newly available energy sources, drive systems and alternative production methods. Light, transparent designs with sculptured elegance and an extensive range of comfort and safety options are finding their way into a new eco-conscious world.

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detroit MICHIGAN

DETROIT, January 2012—The joy of the open road, expansive landscapes and a love of outdoor activities made large pickups an icon of the American auto scene. Now, in an age of spiraling fuel prices, increased environmental consciousness and the reality of congested cities where parking is a premium, smart reinvents the pick-up in a surprising new package. The smart brand is holding the global unveiling of the smart for-us concept pickup during media days at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit’s Cobo Center.

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