Cars Specification

The model that will relaunch De Tomaso at next week’s Geneva motor show will be this Pininfarina-designed BMW 5-series GT-rivalling luxury crossover concept, dubbed SLS.

This model, which was built as a Sport Luxury Sedan (SLS), was made possible with the support of Italian business man Gianmario Rossignolo. However, fans may be disappointed because even if the car is from Pininfarina, there are several elements that don’t belong to what the public expects from a De Tomaso rebirth.

Even if the name that signs the lines of the car belongs to Pininfarina, there’s more than one element that doesnt actually fit with what the public was expecting from a De Tomaso rebirth. The most striking of all is the fact that the model is officially called a sedan, it is in fact a large crossover (until this official announcement, the model was dubbed as a Sport Luxury Crossover, but for some reason that has changed). Thats exactly what fans were NOT expecting.

De Tomaso plans to build two more vehicles on the same architecture with the goal of selling a total of 8,000 units per year. Were hoping to hear more about the marques future plans after we hit the ground in Geneva.





Press Release

During the next Geneva auto show (March 2011) will be unveiled the new De Tomaso Car.

The new De Tomaso company, Chaired by Mr. Gianmario Rossignolo, will unveil a Pininfarina-designed concept for a premium large crossover, dubbed SLS (Sport Luxury Sedan).

The four-wheel-drive SLS is set to go into production this year using two gasoline engines, a 550-hp V-8 and a 300-hp V-6. It will not be sold as the SLS, but the final name will be revealed during the Geneve press conference (1st March 2011 - 3.30 pm).

Rossignolo plans to build 3,000 units a year of the SLS, as well as 3,000 limousines and 2,000 coupes.

The cars will be built at De Tomaso Automobili S.p.A. plant, a former Pininfarina S.p.A. factory near Turin and in the Livorno factory by the ex-Delphi workers.

De Tomasos business plan foreseen for a three-model range of aluminum vehicles based on an innovative construction technology called Univis. Univis requires just about 30 dies to build a vehicle.

During a 22-year career with Fiat group, Gianmario Rossignolo was a top marketing executive at the company and CEO of the Italian automakers Lancia brand from 1977 to 1979.

In December 2009, Rossignolo signed a deal to rent Pininfarinas factory in Grugliasco, in the western outskirts of Turin, one of three Pininfarina plants.

The new De Tomaso company will invest 116 million euros in its rebirth project.

The Grugliasco plan currently employs 900 people and includes a body shop, paint shop and final assembly facility, while in the Livorno one will be employed 150 people.

Honda has released photos and new details for the NSX Concept, which will debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.

Highlighting the design and technology direction for Honda’s next generation supercar, the NSX Concept features a V6 mid-mounted engine and will employ a range of new technologies including the innovative Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling All Wheel Drive) hybrid system. It is expected to go on sale within the next three years.

Acura NSX has a length of 4330 mm, width 1895 mm, height 1180 mm and wheelbase 2575. Its weight is light because they are made from aluminium base material and CRFB (carbonfibre reinforced plastic.

The new 1.6-litre diesel is the first engine to come, and Honda claims it will be the lightest engine in its class and while producing 118bhp. It will be the companys first sub-100g/km CO2 diesel engine, and they are keen to impress the international audience by releasing full technical details at the show.

In addition to these products, Honda will also showcase a prototype of the European CR-V, as well as the EV-STER electric sports car.




Press Release

HONDA UNVEILS FIRST ENGINE FROM ITS NEW EARTH DREAMS TECHNOLOGY RANGE AT 2012 GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

The first example of Hondas ground breaking new Earth Dreams Technology will be on display at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The 1.6-litre diesel is the first in a new generation of engines being introduced over the next three years. Lining up next to the engine display will be the NSX Concept, EV-STER and a prototype of the European C

Earth Dreams Technology - delivering class-leading fuel economy
Hondas Earth Dreams Technology is a new generation engine series delivering excellent performance and environmental values. Due to be introduced throughout the product range, the new technology will see Honda become number one in fuel economy within three years.

The new 1.6 litre diesel will be the first engine from this series and it will be introduced to the new Civic in late 2012. It will be the lightest engine in its class, delivering sub 100g/km CO2 levels and a class-leading balance of fuel economy and performance. A cut engine display of the new 1.6 litre diesel will be shown on the Honda stand.

1.6 litre diesel engine specification:

• Displacement: 1596cc

• Max Power: 88kw (120 PS)/4000rpm

• Max Torque: 300Nm/2000rpm

Honda NSX Concept
The stunning NSX Concept will make its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show badged ‘Honda. Highlighting the design and technology direction for Hondas next generation supercar, the NSX Concept features a V6 mid-mounted engine and will employ a range of new technologies including the innovative Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® (Super Handling All Wheel DriveTM) hybrid system. It is expected to go on sale within the next three years.

European CR-V Prototype
Honda will also present the European CR-V Prototype, a preview model highlighting the exterior styling direction of the all-new fourth generation European Honda CR-V, which is set to go on sale in Autumn 2012. Compared to the previous generation, the model adopts a more aggressive stance with deeper sculpting of the body lines and a bolder front fascia. The lower front bumper wraps smartly upward to convey SUV capability, while the lower front bumper design now integrates more smoothly into the fascia for improved aerodynamics.

New Jazz Models for Europe
Two new Jazz derivatives will also be displayed for the first time. The Jazz Si, on sale from Summer 2012, features an upgraded sporty suspension package and styling changes to the interior and the exterior.

The second derivative, the Jazz 1.2 with Idle Stop, delivers a reduction in CO2 emissions of 3g/km compared to the standard 1.2 variant and will available to order in Spring.

EV-STER
Further underlining Hondas aim of developing sporty, exciting products, the Honda EV-STER will also make its European debut at the show. The EV-STER, an electric rear wheel drive two-seater open sports car, features dynamic and innovative styling and excellent environmental performance.

The Honda Press Conference will take place at 09.15 on Tuesday 6 March.