Tag: Tokyo Auto Salon 2012

  • HONDA at Tokyo Auto Salon 2012

    HONDA ThumbHonda has just participated in the Tokyo Auto Salon 2012 with models of automobiles, motorcycles, power products, racing vehicles. In the exhibit, Honda has presented a variety of ways to customize a vehicle, while keeping the joy of mobility and the appeal of the motor sport cars.

    Firstly, the presented future automobiles include two study models based on currently available production vehicles. The so called Honda FLASH BOX for example is all based on the all-new Honda N BOX Custom minicar, which went on sale in the end of last year. However the FLASH BOX features a special body color, reflective decal sheets and LEDs, which are used as a decorative motive in both exterior and interior. The next vehicle, called the Honda Feed Wa, is based on the Honda Freed Hybrid compact minivan. Here the “spirit” of the vehicle is hidden in the name, in which the word “Wa” comes from Japanese language and refers to the traditional Japanese culture. Hence, we can see all over the exterior the ancient Japanese art of lacquering and in the interior – flowers, which represent the four seasons.

    2012 Honda FLASH BOX
    2012 Honda FLASH BOX
    2012 Honda FREED Wa
    2012 Honda FREED Wa

    Secondly in the exhibit were included the Freed Spike Transporter Version, on which for example can be loaded off-road motorcycles. Another vehicle to be mentioned is the BEAT Autosalon Special, which included original BEAT accessories and special aerodynamic parts.

    2012 Honda FREED Spike Transporter
    2012 Honda FREED Spike Transporter
    2012 Honda BEAT Auto Salon Special
    2012 Honda BEAT Auto Salon Special

    Furthermore Honda will also show the NC700S, NC700X and INTEGRA which are the new midsize series bikes; and other production motorcycles such as CB1100, VT1300CX, including genuine aftermarket parts and accessories. Additionally, there will also be exhibited the racing motorcycle RC212V. Another racing vehicle will be on display – this time the racing car the HSV-010 GT.

    Source: HONDA

  • Nissan March Nismo Concept

    Nissan March Nismo Concept Nissan Motor Co. has just revealed the brand new March Nismo Concept at Tokyo Auto Salon 2012. This is the third premium sports compact vehicle released by Nismo, following on the Juke Nismo Concept and the LEAF Nismo Concept. The car is based on Nissan March and features the exclusive Nismo parts. The result is March Nismo Concept which is an extraordinary and excellent expression of the combination of a premium sports compact car and practical but exciting driving performance.

    First of all the exterior of the concept includes a lower stance and bolder styling thanks to a modified front grille design. In addition there are also featured efficiency-enhancing aeroparts which were developed as part of Nismo’s racing technology. Moreover, the door mirror design has been tailored, and a rear lip spoiler added, to further enhance the car’s aerodynamic performance. What about the interior: Nismo designers have created purpose-designed seats. Additionally the steering wheel has been adapted to aid smooth interaction between the driver and the car. The March Nismo Concept comes with pearl white paint finish with red highlights, and the signature Nismo colors for performance-focused premium sports models. The vehicle is also fitted with several of Nismo’s vaunted racing technologies. For instance, such are the high-performance suspension and large-diameter lightweight wheels, thank to which the March Nismo Concept will deliver superior handling and stability that adds to the pleasure of sporty driving.

    Nissan March Nismo Concept
    Nissan March Nismo Concept

    Source: Nissan