Tag: Tokyo Auto Salon

  • Nismo March Concept Debut [VIDEO]

    nissan-march-nismo-concep-thumbTokyo Auto Salon 2012 is over and Nissan have managed to leave a long lasting impression from their presentations. Along with the Nismo Juke and Nismo LEAF electric car, a Nismo March Concept made a surprise appearance appearance and feedback is turning out to be good.

    In comparison to the standard version, the Nismo March Concept is not strikingly different. In fact the only mechanical bit introduced to a tuning kit is the suspension. Other then that the ride is lowered, the wheels are lightweight and the bumpers, sideskirts and door mirrors are sort of new. The inside has underwent some design changes as well but nothing specific. Yet, the overall result is rather pleasant – we have a sporty little bumblebee with nice color patterns and a good road stance.

    Nsimo March Concept
    Nissan Nsimo March Concept

    Officials are still not sure if they are going to give the Nismo March a green light unless public response ends up being positive (which it most probably will). It was the same story with the Nismo Juke – last year a concept and this year a production debut.

    The Tokyo Auto Salon 2012 ran through Sunday, and featured some 367 exhibitors and 630 vehicles. Nismo and Autech Japan jointly showcased there a booth that looked like a race circuit compleate with audience stands and everything. Other vehicles displayed included the Fairlady Z, various kinds of vans and other icons such as the GT-R.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lnozbyujzc

    Source: Nissan

  • 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

  • Subaru on Tokyo Auto Salon 2012

    Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI) along with Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI) will be taking part in the Tokyo Auto Salon 2012 with NAPAC (Japan Car Parts and Aftermarket Promotion Association) in mid January. Their main idea is to promote the refinement and convenience which comes from the peculiar BOXER type of engine (“Proud of BOXER” will be their motto).  And now they have revealed their showroom line up which will feature two new concepts.

    SUBARU BRZ STI CONCEPT (display model) – It will be basically an STI tuned Subaru BRZ, a flat engined (BOXER engine) car which has already made a name for itself in terms of handling and performance. The parts provided by STI include a carbon fiber hood and a carbon fiber rooftop which help weight reduction and improve handling. Other performance tweaks are courtesy to:

    • STI Front Under Spoiler
    • STI Rear Trunk Spoiler
    • STI Sport Muffler
    • Brembo Brake & Rotor
    • Bilstein Damper
    • STI 18-inch Aluminum Wheel
    • STI Low Down Spring
    • STI Flexible Tower Bar
    Subaru Booth
    Subaru Booth

    SUBARU IMPREZA G4 STI CONCEPT – again it will be the already introduced New Impreza G4 2.0i-S (Japanese specification model) modified with some of STI’s finest resources in order to achieve optimum driving experience in terms of maneuverability and control. Enhancments include:

    • STI Front Under Spoiler
    • STI Side Under Spoiler
    • TI Rear Trunk Spoiler
    • STI Skirt Lip
    • STI Shift Knob – CVT
    • STI Sport Muffler
    • STI Flexible Tower Bar
    • STI Low Down Spring
    • STI 18-inch Aluminum Wheel
    • STI Stainless Steel Mesh Brake Hose

    Other racing specimens of the Subaru brand  will also be showcased there – Legacy B4 GT300 (participated in the 2011 Super GT race), BRZ GT300 (scheduled participation in the 2012 Super GT race), Impreza WRX STI (scheduled participation in the 2012 24 Hours Nürburgring endurance race), and Impreza WRX STI Group R4 specification model.

    Source: Subaru

  • Lexus IS-F sports concepts at Tokyo Saloon

    At the Tokyo Auto Saloon, which brought together the most intriguing custom cars of the world at one place, Lexus has revealed its undoubted sports nature, showcasing two exclusively athletic-styled IS F one-off rides. (more…)

  • GRMN iQ Racing Concept

    At the Tokyo Auto Salon, which took place this weekend, Toyota has exclusively debuted a highly-tuned, track-ready conversion of its super-smart Toyota iQ city cruiser. (more…)

  • Honda Insight Sports Modulo Concept at Tokyo Auto Salon 2010

    At the Tokyo Auto Salon 2010, Honda Access Corporation, the manufacturer of genuine Honda aftermarket parts and accessories announced the Honda Insight Sports Modulo Concept. (more…)

  • ABT on the Tokyo Auto Salon 2009

    Simultaneously to the Detroit Auto Show Asia’s leading trade show in the automobile sector took place from January 9th through 11th: the Tokyo Auto Salon. With over 600 cars being presented and more than 300 exhibitors, the convention is the worldwide biggest of its kind.
    Promptly to the beginning of the year ABT Sportsline was able to present two of the main sellers from Bavaria. Together with the Lager Cooperation the leading tuner for cars of the Volkswagen group presented its ABT Touareg together with the ABT AS4. “The participation on the Tokyo Auto Salon represents the significant role the Asian market is playing for ABT Sportsline”, says ABT ASIA CEO Wolfgang Kitzeder. “Apart from the economic trend worldwide, ABT Sportsline is going to take the chances the Asian market is giving us for extending our market share”, Kitzeder completes.

    ABT on the Tokyo Auto Salon 2009

  • Nissan to showcase 15 exciting models at Tokyo Auto Salon and Osaka Auto Messe

    Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. together with AUTECH Japan and Nissan Motorsports International Co. Ltd. will present 15 exciting models equipped with the latest custom and after-market parts in the upcoming “Tokyo Auto Salon 2009 with NAPAC” (Japan Car Parts and Aftermarket Promotion Association), to be held from January 9-11 at Makuhari Messe, and the “Osaka Auto Messe 2009” from February 13-15 at Intex, Osaka. (more…)

  • Mazda to Display All-New Mazda3 and Mazda RX-8 Circuit Trial at Tokyo Auto Salon 2009

    Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase an engaging lineup of 13 vehicles and eco-friendly technologies at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2009 with NAPAC. Mazda will be featuring the all-new Mazda Mazda3 (known as Mazda Axela in Japan) – one of the most popular Zoom-Zoom models, now fully redesigned – which is scheduled for launch in Japan in 2009. (more…)