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„Honda Motors rides high at the 2007 Greater Los Angeles International Auto Show, taking the center stage as it exhibited three stunning, new concept vehicles: the Honda FCX, Honda REMIX and the Honda STEP BUS. The Honda FCX is heralded as a glimpse of the future of automobiles. Unlike most concept models, which are merely engine-less replicas, the futuristic Honda FCX shown in LA is a fully-functional vehicle offering next generation fuel cell technology for maximum environmental performance.“

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Buick unveils 2007 Enclave SUV (#)

„As a complement to Buick™s new luxury lineup, the Enclave delivers superior attention to detail. Engineered with an innovative level of interior flexibility, the Enclave concept vehicle has ample room for six passengers, while a skylight extends almost the entire length of the passenger compartment. A unique in-dash/in-seat/overhead DVD system allows viewing of up to four different DVD selections at once and offers passengers the ultimate in personalized, in-vehicle entertainment.“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/01/08/.../ - Cached

The Buick Bengal concept vehicle (#)

„The Buick Bengal concept vehicle, a sleekly sculpted roadster with a convertible top and featuring a high performance powertrain, state-of-the-art voice- activated controls and a next-generation audio system, is making its debut at 2001 auto shows. The Bengal is a car with "sensual elegance and versatility," said Dave Lyon, 31, Buick brand character chief designer. "We think this car will catch the attention of younger customers ...“

http://www.autointell.com/nao_companies/general_motors/.../ buick-bengal-01.htm - Cached

Jeep Trailhawk concept arrives ahead of Detroit show - Autoblog (#)

„The Jeep® Trailhawk concept merges the spectrum of the Jeep brand by combining the core off-road features of the new body-on-frame four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with the refined sophistication of an all-new on-road open-air concept vehicle, providing a unique and fresh expression for Jeep. Built off the new Wrangler platform, the Jeep Trailhawk is a more refined highway cruiser without sacrificing any of Jeep's legendary off-road capabilities.“

http://www.autoblog.com/2006/12/28/.../ - Cached

Mazda Nagare Concept - Auto Shows - Car and Driver November 2006 (#)

„The first of four concepts showcasing the nagare design language, with others to follow at the Detroit, Geneva, and Tokyo shows in 2007, this sleek sports coupe uses organic design cues that are typically Japanese and manages to be both beautifully proportioned and adventurously detailed. Plus, it was cool to see a manufacturer unveil a pure concept vehicle, like the Italian design houses did to great effect in the 1960s and early 1970s ...“

http://www.caranddriver.com/autoshows/12096/ mazda-nagare-concept.html - Cached

2008 Honda FCX - AutoWeek (#)

„Today, you will test drive a functional version of the FCX Concept vehicle first displayed at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show. This vehicle features our new, more advanced fuel cell system. And I am delighted to announce today that in 2008… one year earlier than originally planned… we will introduce a new fuel cell vehicle in Japan and the U.S. based on this concept model.“

http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=/20061023/free/61013008/.../ vehiclereviews - Cached

Detroit Auto Show Live 11: Buick Enclave 'Concept' - Popular Mechanics (#)

„So far, GM brass says the Enclave is a concept vehicle, not one ready for production. But GM insiders tell us that a new vehicle, with few changes from its conceptual form, will start production within a year and be in Buick showrooms during 2007. Our price estimate is that the Enclave will sell in the high $20,000 to mid $30,000 range as a direct competitor of Lexus's RX 330.“

http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/automotive_news/ 2169062.html - Cached

Kia Kue concept arrives in Detroit (#)

„Kia today unveiled the all-new Kia Kue crossover concept vehicle at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Kia Kue "employs a different approach to the crossover utility vehicle segment by taking elements of what makes a CUV to a new level, namely performance," the company said. "Kue is designed first and foremost as a driver™s vehicle.“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/01/08/kia-kue-concept-arrives-in-detroit/ - Cached

GM Hy-Wire Drive-By-Wire Hybrid Fuel Cell Vehicle - Popular Mechanics (#)

„Is it the shape of the future or little more than a fantasy in chrome and hydrogen? That's the question folks are likely to be asking when General Motors rolls out its Hy-Wire concept vehicle in late 2002. The alternative fuel prototype is a running, next-generation version of the Autonomy concept introduced at the Detroit auto show . The "Hy" in its name refers to the hydrogen fuel cell that powers it.“

http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/ 1266806.html - Cached

GM, Jay Leno build turbine-powered EcoJet Concept (#)

„General Motors today introduced a new concept vehicle called the EcoJet — a turbine-powered supercar that runs on bio-diesel and puts out 650 horsepower. "EcoJet's esthetics were driven by aeronautical and jet-age influences," said Welburn. "It's a purpose-driven design that conveys power, capability and even danger, with a hint of Cadillac's sophisticated design vocabulary."“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/10/31/.../ - Cached

DETNEWS | Weblog | Daniel Mears (#)

„My first out of the box, brand new car was a Honda, Henrietta Honda to be exact, which lasted forever but even a great car needs to evolve and the lines and style on the body of the Accord are just dated. Fortunately, it sounds like the Accord is getting a needed face lift, expected to be on the 2008 models and revealed to some degree in the Accord Coupe concept vehicle on display at the show.“

http://info.detnews.com/danielmearsblog/ index.cfm - Cached

Citroën to Show New Rear-Wheel Motor Diesel-Electric Hybrid Concept at Paris Show (#)

„Also note that this concept vehicle is too light to make full use of the tremendous aggregate traction force of a 150kW diesel and two electric motors. Without electronic torque limitation, your wheels would merely spin like crazy if you floored the gas pedal. As it is, any money is hybrid pocket rocket would save you at the pump would merely go toward higher insurance fees and speeding tickets.“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/09/ citron_to_show_.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2006/09/06

Dodge Demon Concept - Auto Shows - Car and Driver February 2007 (#)

„The Demon is a concept from a company that once made a habit of producing well-received concepts, but Dodge has no vehicle architecture suitable for such a car, so we expect the Demon to remain just a concept. Instead of presaging a production car, the Demon exists only to raise Dodge’s cachet in Europe, where the brand is scarcely known.“

http://www.caranddriver.com/autoshows/12480/ dodge-demon-concept.html - Cached

Infiniti Coupe Concept - the 2007 G35/G37? (#)

„Infiniti today unveiled a dramatic new concept vehicle, the Infiniti Coupe Concept, at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. The Coupe Concept takes Infiniti™s vibrant design vocabulary, which has helped establish Infiniti as one of the most dynamic brands in the luxury market, and "elevates it to the next level ...“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/01/08/.../ - Cached

Honda Showcases FCX Concept, Sets 2008 Market Entry; Re-emphasizes T2B5 US Diesel for 2009 (#)

„The FCX Concept uses a new, compact 3V System fuel cell platform that enables the lowest-floor platform in a fuel cell vehicle yet. Oxygen and hydrogen flow from the top to the bottom of the fuel cell stack (Vertical gas flow) and the fuel cells are arranged vertically in the center tunnel (Vertebral layout) for new, high-efficiency fuel cell packaging (Volume efficiency).“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/09/ honda_showcases.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2006/09/24

Talk to the hand (#)

„This American has wanted what he knows will be a limited-range slowly-recharging but peppy electric vehicle for more than six years now. I have eagerly checked out the electric and fuel-cell concept vehicles at the auto shows. I admired the design and Austin Powers coolness of the Corbin Sparrow. I got excited about buying a ThinkCity.“

http://www.autoextremist.com/research/ hand.shtml - Cached

GM Introduces E-Flex Electric Vehicle System; Chevrolet Volt the First Application (#)

„We all know increasing fuel efficiency is the direction automakers need to head “ so let™s get past the hype of a handful of concept vehicles and look at what they are doing with the rest of their fleet. Overall average fuel economy from the Big 6 is worse today that it was 10 years ago and GM is still heavily dependent on its gas guzzling truck lines ...“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2007/01/ gm_introduces_e.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2007/01/06

Future Nissan Cars, Concepts, & Nissan Vehicle Photos “ Motor Trend Magazine (#)

„Step inside the future Nissan car section of Motor Trend online to view the latest concept vehicles, spy photos, and Motor Trend™s famed Future Vehicle Forecast. This unofficial guide to the automotive future will show you which vehicles will be released with significant improvements, style changes, etc.“

http://www.motortrend.com/future/01/nissan/ index.html - Cached

OFFICIAL - 2007 Ford Mondeo Concept (#)

„Ford at the Paris Motor Show will showcase the 2007 Ford Mondeo Concept. The vehicle is a concept in name, but will closely resemble the production version. Only a wagon version has been shown, but a sedan will also be offered. As anticipated, the new Mondeo borrows heavily from the 2005 Iosis concept.“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/09/21/more-images-ford-mondeo-concept/ - Cached

DaimlerChrysler : 2003 Dodge Magnum SRT-8n Sports Tourer Concept (#)

„The All-new Dodge Magnum Sports Tourer showcases the company's HEMI® Power and Rear-Wheel Drive Performance. The production version of Dodge Magnum Concept Vehicle is to arrive in Dodge showrooms in 2004. It's been more than 30 years since Dodge ruled the streets with HEMI® power and rear-wheel-drive performance ...“

http://www.autointell.com/nao_companies/daimlerchrysler/dodge/.../ dodge-magnum-03.htm - Cached

Toyota to Show Hybrid Sports Car Concept in Detroit (#)

„I'm sure the Toyota loyalists on this site are going to go bonkers on this. But if GM introduced this CONCEPT VEHICLE, they would be roundly chastised for its severe ugly styling, along with being trounced for intoducing a vehicle that is not utilitarian enough for everyone, in this energy efficient environment we are in.“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2007/01/ toyota_to_show_.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2007/01/03

Toyota Bringing Fine-T Fuel-Cell Hybrid Concept to New York Auto Show (#)

„Everyone I know who works with fuel cell vehicles agrees that in-wheel motors sure are a neat idea, can be sealed decently, and do look nice on concept vehicles - but their weight must come down dramatically if they are to be seriously considered for production vehicles. And that's not easy.“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/04/ toyota_bringing.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2006/04/07

2007 Future Cars, Trucks, & SUVs - Spied Vehicles - Motor Trend (#)

„2007 Acura RDX: Based on the RD-X concept vehicle, the production near-lux crossover features aggressive styling, a wide track, bold fender flares, and a unique wood and leather interior. Power is expected to come from an I-4 engine, rumored to be turbocharged with greater than 250 hp. Look for the RDX to go on sale in 2006 as a 2007 model.“

http://www.motortrend.com/future/spied_vehicles/ 112_2007fvf - Cached

General Motors: Hy-wire Concept (#)

„"The fact that we developed Hy-wire as a drivable concept vehicle in just eight months (from its introduction in Detroit) shows our commitment to this technology and the speed at which we are progressing," said Rick Wagoner, GM's president and CEO. "With AUTOnomy, GM shared a vision ...“

http://www.autointell.com/nao_companies/general_motors/concepts-2003/.../ gm-hy-wire-02.htm - Cached

Automotive News (#)

„ The three-wheeled GX3 that Volkswagen rolled out on Wednesday, Jan. 4, is more than a concept vehicle, vehicle VW brand chief Wolfgang Bernhard said. "If this gets positive feedback, we will see this on the streets of California soon," Bernhard said at the Los Angeles auto show. “

http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ section?category=naias - Cached

Renault : The Koleos, a new top-of-the range leisure vehicle concept (#)

„Renault designers have dreamt up a new concept vehicle that is neither a traditional saloon nor an off-road vehicle, but an intelligent blend of both. Koleos combines the on-the-road qualities and comfort of a top-range saloon with the off-road capability of a 4X4.“

http://www.autointell.com/european_companies/renault/renault-concepts/.../ renault_koleos-01.htm - Cached

Honda’s More Powerful Fuel Cell Concept with Home Hydrogen Refueling (#)

„Honda™s new FCX fuel cell concept vehicle, unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show, is a stylish sedan featuring a redesigned fuel cell system that delivers more power and increased range in less space than the current FCX 2005 model on the road, and a low-floor design that maximizes cabin space.“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2005/10/ hondas_more_pow.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2005/10/19

Detorit 2006: Chrysler Imperial Concept (#)

„(Yesterday, Chrysler launched the Dodge Challenger Concept ). Like the great Imperials of Chrysler™s storied past, the 2006 Imperial concept vehicle is designed as Chrysler™s flagship, a luxury sedan that is elegant, provocative, aspirational, yet attainable ...“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/01/08/.../ - Cached

Scuderi Unveils Advanced Air-Hybrid Engine Concept (#)

„Touted as the “first hybrid system that makes sense,” the air hybrid concept uses the West Springfield, MA-based company’s advanced engine design to compress and store excess engine intake air in much the same fashion a hybrid/electric vehicle (HEV) stores energy in batteries.“

http://wardsauto.com/ar/scuderi_air_hybrid/ - Cached

Buick Velite Concept - RSportsCars.com (#)

„Although a concept, the Velite affirms GM’s vision for Buick as a global manufacturer of premium, elegant vehicles. It shows the exciting possibilities of the all-new Zeta vehicle architecture and an expressive new direction for Buick.“

http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/ buick_velite.asp - Cached

Acura's Second Rear-Drive Concept: Detroit Preview - Popular Mechanics (#)

„Acura has released a sketch (at right, top) of the concept vehicle they’ll unveil at the auto show in Detroit on Jan. Now if you look between the lines, there are at least two very interesting things that this sketch reveals about the future of Acura.“

http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/automotive_news/ 4206727.html - Cached

Volkswagen unveils GX3 three-wheeled concept at L.A. show - AutoWeek (#)

„The slick little car could be more than a just a concept vehicle: At the LA Auto show VW brand chief Wolfgang Bernhard told Automotive News, “If this gets positive feedback, we will see this on the streets of California soon.”“

http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=/20060105/free/.../ 1064 - Cached

Hummer H3T Concept - Concept SUVs - Motor Trend (#)

„Long anticipated, Hummer will be introducing the H3 line at the 2004 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show with this tough concept vehicle, offering the first look at the brand's upcoming, expressive vehicles.“

http://www.motortrend.com/future/concept_cars/ 112_0312_hummer_h3t - Cached

2008 Honda Accord Coupe Concept unveiled (#)

„The Accord is Honda's best-selling model in North America and its debut at NAIAS marks the first time that an Accord concept vehicle has ever been shown at a major auto show. Gallery after the jump…“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/01/08/.../ - Cached

Early look: Volvo XC60 Concept revealed (#)

„It's not known how closely the concept vehicle will resemble the production car, but if the Volvo C30 is any indication, the concept and production models will be very similar.“

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/12/13/.../ - Cached

Lamborghini Miura Concept - RSportsCars.com (#)

„The Lamborghini Miura Concept will be the first Lamborghini vehicle to be conjured from the talented pen of Walter de’ Silva, Head of Lamborghini Design. de’ Silva’s other design responsibilities include“

http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/ lamborghini_miura.asp - Cached

BMW unveils cool new concept car - AutoSpies Auto News (#)

„Well its not like they are going to be selling this concept vehicle. It is more as a statement in design then any actual product. It defintely harkens back to the 1940s with a modern retro twist.“

http://www.autospies.com/news/bmw-unveils-cool-new-concept-car-5836/ - Cached

Kia Kues up Sport Concept - The Car Connection (#)

„digg_title = 'Kia Kues up Sport Concept'; digg_bodytext = 'Sportscar meets utility vehicle, goes out for Korean.'; digg_topic = 'business_finance'; digg_skin = 'compact';“

http://www.thecarconnection.com/car_shows_and_concept_cars/.../ kia_kues_up_sport_concept.s283.a11715.html - Cached

MIT Developing New Thermophotovoltaic System for Vehicle Power (#)

„MIT researchers are working to improve an old concept”the thermophotovoltaic (TPV) conversion of heat into electricity using photovoltaic (PV) diodes”to power vehicle electric subsystems.“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/vehicle_systems/ index.html#a0010551552 - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2006/05/17

Honda, Mazda Announce Geneva Unveilings (#)

„Also on Honda’s Geneva stand will be a “fully drivable” version of its FCX Concept fuel-cell vehicle, which it plans to bring to market in 2008 in Japan and the U.S.“

http://wardsauto.com/ar/honda_mazda_geneva/ - Cached

Mitsubishi Introduces the Concept-EZ MIEV (#)

„Excuse me, but why does every thread need to gravitate towards a discussion of plug-ins and biodiesel? This concept vehicle is a pure electric vehicle.“

http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/02/ mitsubishi_intr.html - Cached

Found at a page of Mike Millikin, posted on 2006/02/28

Styling is Kia's next frontier - AutoWeek (#)

„Kearns put his first stamp on the company with the Soul, a tall wagon expected to go on sale in 2008. The Soul was first shown as a concept vehicle at the 2006 Detroit show.“

http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=/20070125/free/.../ 1528 - Cached

IZoom.com - the online home for auto enthusiasts (#)

„where you’ll see vehicles including the cute but quirky UU-CT3 and the Dymaxion-like Rhombus concept worked up by Hunan University.“

http://www.izoom.com/ auto.aspx?article=2007detroitshow.html - Cached

Saab Aero X concept points way toward future designs - Automotive News (#)

„Saab says computer simulations show that the concept vehicle could sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and could reach a limited top speed of 155 mph.“

http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?aid=/20060227/free/60227011/.../ geneva2006 - Cached

North American International Auto Show (#)

„Nissan unveils its quirky and boxy Bevel multipurpose concept vehicle for empty nesters who want flexibility and plenty of cargo space.“

http://wardsauto.com/reports/2007/naias/ - Cached

2007 Chevrolet Volt Concept - Latest News, Features, and Auto Show Coverage - Automobile Magazine (#)

„Way to go, Chevrolet, for making a flexible electric concept vehicle that looks good enough to grab the attention of sports car fans.“

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/.../ 0701_2007_chevrolet_volt_concept - Cached

Volvo C30 Concept - Autoblog (#)

„I'm interested, although it goes w/o saying that I hope the two-tone paint scheme is just a concept vehicle trick. It looks awful.“

http://www.autoblog.com/2006/01/09/volvo-c30-concept/ - Cached

2005 Geneva Motor Show - Automobile Magazine (#)

„Ford Sport Activity Vehicle Concept “

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2005_geneva/ - Cached

GM'S AUTONOMY CONCEPT VEHICLE REINVENTS AUTOMOBILE Unique combination of (#)

„"By combining fuel cells and x-by-wire, we can explore the design, use and marketing of transportation devices that truly give our customers what they want - regardless of where or how they live now or in the future," Burns said ...“

http://www.autointell.com/nao_companies/general_motors/.../ gm-autonomy-02.htm - Cached

Mitsubishi Concept X (#)

„Previous Vehicle “

http://automobilemag.com/auto_shows/tokyo/ 0511_mitsubishi_concept_x - Cached

 

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