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New Mazda6 close to Taiki concept equipped with next generation of rotary engines, Mazda5 Hydrogen RE Hybrid and new technologies for safety and protection of surrounding environment will be presented by Mazada Motor Corportation at Tokyo.

Mazda Taiki Concept is a revolution of Mazda Nagare, Mazda Ruya and Mazda Hakaze. Taiki takes out new technologies (a new generation of rotary engines) and higher aerodynamic performances caused by it’s design. This concept establishes new ideas and standards about coupe super sport with engine placed in front and rear traction.

The main difficulty in realization of concept was the obtaining of desired visual effect “that expresses the airflow”. Inside the board with ornaments and very low seats create a dynamic sensation of airflow. In addition to this we have a unique configuration with 2 places, a Sport package and best aerodynamic performances. All these make like, Mazda Taiki Concept to represent successfully the 4th concept from Zoom-Zoom theme of design.
New Mazda5 Hydrogen RE Hybrid in comparison with Mazda RX-8 Hydrogen RE is 40% more powerful, resulting a better acceleration and enhancement of autonomy in hydrogen mode with 200 km more, double than RX-8 Hydrogen RE. Inside 5 persons can found place with a generous space for luggage. Rotary engine based on hydrogen isn’t positioned longitudinally it is installed transversally. Air input and gas exhaust have been improved for obtaining the maximum hp.

Hybrid system converts energy from hydrogen in electrical energy what supplies electrical engines. Because technology advancement, system realizes a low consume of combustible close to a good electrical efficiently. Once the acceleration is pressed a unique sensation of driving is created. With the best technical performances there can be found Mazda Biotechmaterial (newest generation plastic components)
At Tokyo will be presented the new Mazda6 with 3 types of body: 4 sedan doors, 5 hatchback doors (Sport) and station-wagon (Sport Wagon). Here will be revealed a new more sportive version that has a new design: front/rear bigger spoilers more aerodynamic and sport face. A new Rear Vehicle Monitoring system has been implemented too with Cross Functional Network that controls audios system, air-condition and other systems by using some simple commands.

Posted January 3, 2008 Comments(0)

The Japanese constructor revealed at the Auto Salon from Sydney an improved version of the Mazda 3 MPS. For the fans of Mazda model, the Auto Salon from Sydney started with a huge surprise. It was revealed an improved version of the performance model Mazda 3 MPS, nicknamed Extreme. Hatchback received modifications at engine level, suspensions level and exhaust system, the extreme version being capable to achieve a high level of performance.
Looking at exterior the changes are little, the aggressive look is assured by the black vinyl positioned over the red paint True Red, black bossages, smoky glass, black roof and the rear aileron. The exclusivist design is completed by 19 inch BBS Motorsport rimes with special logo MPS.

The 4 cylinders propeller of 2,3 l DISI develops now 281 hp at 5300 rpm and a torque of 425 Nm at 4400 rpm. Extra power has been obtained once with the modified PCM (Power Control Module) system and replacement of exhaust.
Stability of the car will be assured by the Dunlop Sports tires of 225/35ZR19 and a brand new suspension package from Coote, a company with tradition on market and experience in the Australian rally. To stop the hatchback of 281 hp, the driver will receive help from ventilated discs of 320 mm on front and 280 mm on back as excellent braking systems as: ABS with 4 channels, EBD and electronic assistance on braking.
Safeness is assured by the dynamic system control of stability and traction but the 6 airbags carry an important role too (frontal, lateral and curtain). Inside driver and passengers will enjoy black leather tapestry.
About the performances of new Mazda 3 MPS Extreme, the Japanese constructor didn’t publish details, but it is already known that older version of hatchback got a time of 8 minutes and 39 seconds on the circuit from Nurburgring.

Posted December 18, 2007 Comments(1)