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  • Honda Will Unveil Its Latest Vehicles at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show

    HondaHonda team has announced an extended list of concept and production vehicles, along with motorcycles that will be demonstrated at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show, held from 28 October to 8 November 2015.

    Furthermore, the brand focuses on giving solutions and improving the everyday life of Honda users. And using the slogan “The Power of Dreams”, the crew proudly demonstrates its latest and greatest releases. So, let’s check out what will people at the show witness.

    Honda FCV

    This is Honda’s first production model with a fuel-cell powered system.  This powertrain layout enables a full cabin features, but maybe the most important is that the FCV offers a cruising range of more than 700 km. The specifications can also act as a mobile powerplant thanks to the external power feeding inventer. This all means that it will produce electric energy to the communities in case of an emergency.

    New models for Japan

    SEE ALSO: Honda Project 2&4 Will Debut at 2015 FIAA

    With the intertia, gained from the strong summer season, the Civic Type R will finally make its Japanese debut at the show. Honda will also display the latest S660 open-top sports mini-vehicle. It is exclusively sold in Japan and it is especially crafted to deliver the same pleasure and excitement as the fully-fledged sport vehicles. But with a compact and efficient package. How cool is that?

    Modern concepts

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    Furthermore, Honda will demonstrate some concept vehicles that include the Honda Project 2&4, geared with RC213V. As you might remember, this vehicle debuted at 2015 FIAA  earlier in September. Especially created to deliver outstanding driving experience, the Honda Project 2&4 is created to deliver the flexibility of a motorcycle and the utility of a car.

    SEE ALSO: Honda Civic Type R is Finally Here [VIDEO]

    The other concept vehicles that will be displayed at the show are Honda’s WANDER STAND and WANDER WALKER. Both of the machines are designed to deliver optimum mobility and flexibility among pedestrians.

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    2016 Honda Civic Type R
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  • Honda Project 2&4 Will Debut at 2015 FIAA

    Honda Project 2&4 “Honda Project 2&4 powered by RC213V” is the winning entry from Honda’s “Global Design Project” and it will make its debut at the 66th Frankfurt Motor Show. Embracing the concept of “creative craftsmanship”, Honda Project 2&4  celebrates Honda’s position as one of the world’s leading engine manufacturer. In fact, the brand has sold more than 28 million units and numerous more parts, equipment packs and other.

    The special vehicle comes with the exceptional RC213V competition motorcycle engine, which was originally developed for the world-class MotoGP motorcycle racing series is now fine-tuned to meet the conceptual and functional requirements of the new vehicle. It offers a total of 215 hp (158 kW) at 13,000 rpm and the peak torque is measured at 118 Nm at 10,500 rpm. This unit is paired with special six-speed DCT transmission.

    SEE ALSO: Honda Will Encourage Young Engineers At the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show

    Honda Project 2&4 shows what this simulated challenge can generate thanks to the unique abilities and qualities of each participant. Conceived by Honda’s motorcycle design studio in Alaska and designed in collaboration with the automobile design studio in Wako, Honda Project 2&4 aims to create a dynamic and intense driving experience by combining the most thrilling and interesting components of the motorcycle and the car. And as we can see, the result is simply fascinating. It not only demonstrates originality, but also shows glimpses of the not-so-far future.

    Honda Project 2&4

    Based on Honda’s heritage, the body structure and engine position have been influenced by the legendary 1965 Honda RA272. The overall length is 3,040 mm, the width is 1,820 mm and the exact height is 995 mm. The weight of this beauty is measured at just 405 kg. Furthermore, the whole construction is especially built to ensure low centre of gravity and increased responsiveness rates.

    And the exhilarating feeling from the open cockpit is further enhanced by the driver’s seat position. Furthermore, this special “floating seat” design places the driver as close to the action as possible. Just think about it: a combination of a bike and car. How cool is it?

    2015 Honda Project 2&4
    2015 Honda Project 2&4
    2015 Honda Project 2&4

    Source: Honda