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29-08-2007, 09:05 AM
http://www.worldcarfans.com/9070828.007/honda-to-unveil-accord-tourer-concept-at-frankfurt
Honda will be presenting a concept version of the upcoming European-release Accord at September's Frankfurt Motor Show. Details are yet to follow however it is expected that the Accord Tourer Concept will hint heavily at Honda's next-generation Accord model for Europe. The production version hits UK showrooms from mid next year.
The concept will sport a 'lower, wider look', signalling a sportier styling approach, while innovative new chassis technology will ensure an improved driver experience without comprimising on ride comfort. It will be powered by a range of advanced, low-emitting engines.
Honda's stand at Frankfurt is based around two key themes: Sports and the Environment.
The firm will be showcasing 'greener' technologies on the Environment section, focusing on petrol-electric hybrids. The Small Hybrid Concept Car, presented at this year's Geneva Show, demonstrates 'the rare fusion of advanced hybrid technology and exciting sports car characteristics'. Also on the stand will be the FCX Concept, shown first at the Los Angeles Show last year, with its fully-functioning zero-emissions fuel cell technology. The Sports area of the stand will showcase the current Honda F1 racing car alongside the Civic Type R and S2000 production models.
Expect further details nearer to the Accord Tourer's Frankfurt Motor Show debut.
Press Release
August 28, 2007– Honda will be presenting the world debut of an exciting Accord Tourer Concept at the forthcoming 2007 Frankfurt motor show. A press conference will be held on the Honda stand in Hall 5 on the first Press Day, 11th September, between 13.15 and 13.45.
The Accord Tourer Concept will give a strong indication of the design direction of the all-new generation Accord Tourer set to debut in mid-2008 and its wider, lower look signals a more sporty, more emotional styling approach. This will be matched by a range of advanced, low emissions engines and innovative new chassis technology that will deliver exceptional handling without compromising ride comfort.
As well as an extensive selection of models from the passenger car range, the Honda stand will also feature a comprehensive line-up of motorcycles and power equipment products. The stand will focus around the twin themes of ”Sports” and “Environment”.
The “Environment” area will centre upon Honda’s ground-breaking environmental technologies, such as petrol-electrical vehicles. This includes the Small Hybrid Sports Concept first revealed at the Geneva Show which demonstrates a unique fusion of advanced hybrid technology and fun-to-drive sports car characteristics. Alongside it will be Honda’s next-generation clean diesel engine, the production Civic Hybrid and the FCX Concept with its fully-functioning fuel cell technology which made its European driving debut at the Gotland Ring in Sweden earlier this year.
The “Sports” area of the stand will include Honda’s current F1 racing car, the RA107 piloted by Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello, alongside Civic Type R and Honda S2000 production models, There will also be a strong emphasis on the company’s motorsport heritage and alongside the latest F1 car will be one of Honda’s first, the 1967 RA300.
To emphasise the major contribution made by motorcycles towards Honda’s sporting prowess and reputation there will be displayed examples of both the Repsol Honda RC212V from this year’s MotoGP series – raced by Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden – and one of the HM Plant Honda CBR1000RR Fireblades which contested this year’s Isle of Man TT races and allowed John McGuinness to capture the first 130mph lap of the circuit and victory in the Senior TT Race.
The line-up of production motorcycles includes the world’s first production motorcycle airbag system, available on the new Gold Wing, which can help lessen the severity of injuries caused by frontal collisions.
Stand visitors will also be welcomed by several displays of Honda’s unique innovation, which include the ASIMO humanoid robot, Honda solar panels and HondaJet.
Honda will be presenting a concept version of the upcoming European-release Accord at September's Frankfurt Motor Show. Details are yet to follow however it is expected that the Accord Tourer Concept will hint heavily at Honda's next-generation Accord model for Europe. The production version hits UK showrooms from mid next year.
The concept will sport a 'lower, wider look', signalling a sportier styling approach, while innovative new chassis technology will ensure an improved driver experience without comprimising on ride comfort. It will be powered by a range of advanced, low-emitting engines.
Honda's stand at Frankfurt is based around two key themes: Sports and the Environment.
The firm will be showcasing 'greener' technologies on the Environment section, focusing on petrol-electric hybrids. The Small Hybrid Concept Car, presented at this year's Geneva Show, demonstrates 'the rare fusion of advanced hybrid technology and exciting sports car characteristics'. Also on the stand will be the FCX Concept, shown first at the Los Angeles Show last year, with its fully-functioning zero-emissions fuel cell technology. The Sports area of the stand will showcase the current Honda F1 racing car alongside the Civic Type R and S2000 production models.
Expect further details nearer to the Accord Tourer's Frankfurt Motor Show debut.
Press Release
August 28, 2007– Honda will be presenting the world debut of an exciting Accord Tourer Concept at the forthcoming 2007 Frankfurt motor show. A press conference will be held on the Honda stand in Hall 5 on the first Press Day, 11th September, between 13.15 and 13.45.
The Accord Tourer Concept will give a strong indication of the design direction of the all-new generation Accord Tourer set to debut in mid-2008 and its wider, lower look signals a more sporty, more emotional styling approach. This will be matched by a range of advanced, low emissions engines and innovative new chassis technology that will deliver exceptional handling without compromising ride comfort.
As well as an extensive selection of models from the passenger car range, the Honda stand will also feature a comprehensive line-up of motorcycles and power equipment products. The stand will focus around the twin themes of ”Sports” and “Environment”.
The “Environment” area will centre upon Honda’s ground-breaking environmental technologies, such as petrol-electrical vehicles. This includes the Small Hybrid Sports Concept first revealed at the Geneva Show which demonstrates a unique fusion of advanced hybrid technology and fun-to-drive sports car characteristics. Alongside it will be Honda’s next-generation clean diesel engine, the production Civic Hybrid and the FCX Concept with its fully-functioning fuel cell technology which made its European driving debut at the Gotland Ring in Sweden earlier this year.
The “Sports” area of the stand will include Honda’s current F1 racing car, the RA107 piloted by Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello, alongside Civic Type R and Honda S2000 production models, There will also be a strong emphasis on the company’s motorsport heritage and alongside the latest F1 car will be one of Honda’s first, the 1967 RA300.
To emphasise the major contribution made by motorcycles towards Honda’s sporting prowess and reputation there will be displayed examples of both the Repsol Honda RC212V from this year’s MotoGP series – raced by Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden – and one of the HM Plant Honda CBR1000RR Fireblades which contested this year’s Isle of Man TT races and allowed John McGuinness to capture the first 130mph lap of the circuit and victory in the Senior TT Race.
The line-up of production motorcycles includes the world’s first production motorcycle airbag system, available on the new Gold Wing, which can help lessen the severity of injuries caused by frontal collisions.
Stand visitors will also be welcomed by several displays of Honda’s unique innovation, which include the ASIMO humanoid robot, Honda solar panels and HondaJet.