Debuts at 2009 Geneva Motor Show:
The new Insight, which will makes its European debut at the Show, has been designed to offer a practical five-seat family car at an affordable price with excellent fuel economy and low CO2 and other emissions.
Honda’s latest hybrid vehicle revives the Insight nameplate which was first used in 1999. It also marks a return for Honda to producing hybrids in a dedicated aerodynamic body, designed to optimise the performance of the efficient petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain.
The Insight combines an optimised 1.3 litre i-VTEC engine with a compact thin electric motor. This electric motor gives the engine assistance when increased performance is required and acts as a generator during deceleration and braking. It also allows electric only operation in some slow and medium speed conditions.
The new ASIMO
The host of the Honda stand will be the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, the new ASIMO. This ASIMO robot is the latest in a long line of robots from Honda which began with the E0 robot in 1986. It will be helping to demonstrate the Insight’s abilities. ASIMO has evolved over the years to enable it to run, recognise people and objects, climb stairs and even carry and deliver drinks.
ASIMO has become a symbol for Honda’s advanced non-automotive research and is the culmination of more than 20-years of continuous development. Honda’s dream is that one day ASIMO will become so advanced that it can truly help people.
At Geneva ASIMO will interact with a human host showing the versatility of the new Insight. ASIMO has proved to be hugely popular with crowds across the globe and has appeared at motor shows, science exhibitions and even at the New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street.
180 PS i-DTEC Engine for Accord Sedan and Tourer
Alongside the Insight and ASIMO will be the introduction of the new 180PS derivative of the acclaimed Honda i-DTEC diesel engine. This new higher-power variant produces 180 PS at 4000 rpm, a 30 PS increase over the standard i-DTEC engine with the peak power coming at the same rpm. Torque has also increased 30 Nm to 380 Nm at 2000 rpm.
The enhanced engine will be fitted to the Accord in a new Type-S variant. As well as the significant increase in power this new model will gain new lower bumper sections, front chin spoiler, sill extensions, smoke chrome finished grille. Complimenting this suite of cosmetic changes will be clear indicator covers to further distinguish the new Type-S model. In addition, this model will be equipped with a new design of 18” alloy wheels, giving the Type-S a more sporting stance.
The new engine retains its 2.2 litre capacity and gains its additional power with a revised turbo-charger, cylinder head and larger intercooler. Performance, fuel economy and emissions data will be available once homologation is completed.
Source: Honda Europe Media Site
Hondaの英国現地法人、ホンダモーターヨーロッパ・リミテッド（本社：バークシャー州スラウ 社長：高木 滋）は、2009年2月5日に以下を発表しましたので、その内容をご案内致します。
＜ご参考＞
Hondaは、ジュネーブモーターショー（プレスデー：2009年3月3日～4日、一般公開日：3月5日～15日）に、新型「インサイト」および新開発の高出力ディーゼルエンジンを搭載した「アコードTYPE S」を出展する。
新型インサイトは、今回、欧州仕様量産タイプの初披露となり、欧州各国で3月末からの現地販売を予定している。販売台数は年間3万台以上を計画している。
アコードTYPE Sは、高い環境性能と動力性能を両立したi-DTECエンジンを20％高出力化し180PSとした新開発ディーゼルエンジンを搭載。さらに、空力パーツと新デザインの18インチ・アルミホイールの採用などにより、スポーティさに一段と磨きをかけた。
他には、2008年より米国と日本でリース販売を開始した新型燃料電池車「FCXクラリティ」や、環境性能と軽快な走りを両立するHonda独創のハイブリッドシステムを搭載した、次世代のライトウェイトスポーツのコンセプトモデル「CR-Z」などを展示する。
ソース: ホンダのWebサイト
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- Honda Insight Hybrid makes EU debut
- New Accord 180 PS Diesel Type-S
- Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition (earlier post - Honda Automotive News blog)
- CR-Z Sports Hybrid Concept and FCX Clarity Show Honda’s Future
The new Insight, which will makes its European debut at the Show, has been designed to offer a practical five-seat family car at an affordable price with excellent fuel economy and low CO2 and other emissions.
Honda’s latest hybrid vehicle revives the Insight nameplate which was first used in 1999. It also marks a return for Honda to producing hybrids in a dedicated aerodynamic body, designed to optimise the performance of the efficient petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain.
The Insight combines an optimised 1.3 litre i-VTEC engine with a compact thin electric motor. This electric motor gives the engine assistance when increased performance is required and acts as a generator during deceleration and braking. It also allows electric only operation in some slow and medium speed conditions.
The new ASIMO
The host of the Honda stand will be the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, the new ASIMO. This ASIMO robot is the latest in a long line of robots from Honda which began with the E0 robot in 1986. It will be helping to demonstrate the Insight’s abilities. ASIMO has evolved over the years to enable it to run, recognise people and objects, climb stairs and even carry and deliver drinks.
ASIMO has become a symbol for Honda’s advanced non-automotive research and is the culmination of more than 20-years of continuous development. Honda’s dream is that one day ASIMO will become so advanced that it can truly help people.
At Geneva ASIMO will interact with a human host showing the versatility of the new Insight. ASIMO has proved to be hugely popular with crowds across the globe and has appeared at motor shows, science exhibitions and even at the New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street.
180 PS i-DTEC Engine for Accord Sedan and Tourer
Alongside the Insight and ASIMO will be the introduction of the new 180PS derivative of the acclaimed Honda i-DTEC diesel engine. This new higher-power variant produces 180 PS at 4000 rpm, a 30 PS increase over the standard i-DTEC engine with the peak power coming at the same rpm. Torque has also increased 30 Nm to 380 Nm at 2000 rpm.
The enhanced engine will be fitted to the Accord in a new Type-S variant. As well as the significant increase in power this new model will gain new lower bumper sections, front chin spoiler, sill extensions, smoke chrome finished grille. Complimenting this suite of cosmetic changes will be clear indicator covers to further distinguish the new Type-S model. In addition, this model will be equipped with a new design of 18” alloy wheels, giving the Type-S a more sporting stance.
The new engine retains its 2.2 litre capacity and gains its additional power with a revised turbo-charger, cylinder head and larger intercooler. Performance, fuel economy and emissions data will be available once homologation is completed.
Source: Honda Europe Media Site
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Hondaの英国現地法人、ホンダモーターヨーロッパ・リミテッド（本社：バークシャー州スラウ 社長：高木 滋）は、2009年2月5日に以下を発表しましたので、その内容をご案内致します。
＜ご参考＞
Hondaは、ジュネーブモーターショー（プレスデー：2009年3月3日～4日、一般公開日：3月5日～15日）に、新型「インサイト」および新開発の高出力ディーゼルエンジンを搭載した「アコードTYPE S」を出展する。
新型インサイトは、今回、欧州仕様量産タイプの初披露となり、欧州各国で3月末からの現地販売を予定している。販売台数は年間3万台以上を計画している。
アコードTYPE Sは、高い環境性能と動力性能を両立したi-DTECエンジンを20％高出力化し180PSとした新開発ディーゼルエンジンを搭載。さらに、空力パーツと新デザインの18インチ・アルミホイールの採用などにより、スポーティさに一段と磨きをかけた。
他には、2008年より米国と日本でリース販売を開始した新型燃料電池車「FCXクラリティ」や、環境性能と軽快な走りを両立するHonda独創のハイブリッドシステムを搭載した、次世代のライトウェイトスポーツのコンセプトモデル「CR-Z」などを展示する。
ソース: ホンダのWebサイト
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