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Corporate October
17, 2001 |
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Honda Automobile / Motorcycle Booth at the 35th Tokyo Motor Show
(The information contained in this page is applicable in Japan only)
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Tokyo, October
17, 2001 --- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the outline of the automobile
and motorcycle exhibitions at the Honda Booth in the 35th Tokyo Motor Show
to be held in Makuhari Messe from October 27-November 7.
Honda has established the global brand slogan of "The Power of Dreams" which
identifies the corporate dedication to the continuous challenge to make
dreams come true. Under this slogan, Honda has selected an exhibition theme
of "FUN MAX! -- Take FUN to the MAX!" for the automotive presentation at
the Show. The exhibit includes a wide variety of innovative vehicles.
In the motorcycle exhibition, the theme of "Have Wings?" has been set up
to present the two worlds of sport motorcycles that epitomize the fun of
riding and two-wheeled vehicles for city commuters' new style and enjoyable
lifestyle.
Another characteristic Honda theme -- environmental and safety issues --
is also featured in the exhibit, which includes conceptual study models
and presentations of state-of-the-art technological solutions for maximizing
safety and minimizing the impact on the environment, while still retaining
the spirit of fun and exhilaration connected with driving and riding.
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| ELYSIUM |
DUALNOTE |
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| UNIBOX |
XAXIS |
Automobile
Exhibit: 19 models, 21 vehicles
Honda will unveil highly advanced
conceptual study models that combine the themes of driving pleasure, motor
sports and the fun of being mobile. Presented in conjunction with innovative
technologies and attractive prototypes, the vehicles on display create an
aura of creativity and individualism.
At the Concept Stage, the highlights include:
- DUALNOTE, a hybrid four-door mid-engined sports car that combines a 3.5-liter
V6 engine with a motor assist mechanism in an innovative 4WD driveline
- BULLDOG, a new style sports car, in which the convenience of an automobile
and motorbikes are combined. Twin two-wheeled motorized commuter vehicles
called e-DAX, are mounted within the BULLDOG. The saddles of these bikes
fold forward to serve as rear seat backs of the BULLDOG.
- UNIBOX, which creates a spacious cabin thanks to effective packaging with
full module panels and a visible truss structure.
- Model X, an active utility vehicle developed as a new "transportation space"
that supports and enhances outdoor activities.
On the Sport Mind Stage, the center of the presentation is the Civic Type
R and NSX Type R, both of which symbolize Honda's sporting spirit under
its "Type R" emblem.
At the Space Magic Stage, the presentation includes the w·i·c (What
is a car?) that integrates a simplified design and rational and versatile
interior concept for understated driving pleasure with style, and the S·U·U
(Smart, Urban and Useful) that maximizes everyday operational ease by combining
the maneuverability of a compact car and the space utility of a mini van.
On the Technology Stage, Honda's state-of-the-art technologies for the environment
will be exhibited, such as the Civic Hybrid with an evolutionary version
of the Honda IMA system, will be exhibited. Other leading and unique technologies
for safety and automotive IT (Information Technology) also will be introduced.
The Motorsports Stage features Honda's motor racing activities around the
world, underlined by the exhibition of its Formula One and CART racing cars.
Honda also displays the Odyssey Almas and the Life Almas, both with a seat-lifting
mechanism designed for vehicles for the physically challenged.
Motorcycle Exhibition:
58 models, 72 motorcycles.
The Honda motorcycle booth introduces
two worlds: the "LIFESTYLE Wing" for new life style and "SPORTS Wing" with
the theme of 'fun to ride'. With two specially featured motorcycles at center
stage, unique and original new conceptual and road-going models are also
displayed.
The Main Stage exhibitions include:
- A large-displacement scooter, the ELYSIUM which is powered by a newly
designed liquid-cooled four-stroke horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine
with an electric convertible roof for superb weather protection and a convenient
navigation system
- A super sport, the XAXIS with a V-twin power unit that sets new standards
for "fun" motorcycles and superior maneuvering, thanks to its unique styling
and innovative technologies.
At the Commuter Concept Stage, Honda introduces the e-DAX, the MOBIMOBA,
the CAIXA and e-NSR, all of which are completely free from exhaust emissions
because they use electric motor drive systems. Used in conjunction with
Honda automobiles, these ecologically friendly motorcycles expand the concepts
of utility and fun for future motorcycles.
At the Motor sport Stage, the center of attention will be the RC211V (which
might race in the Moto Grand Prix series in 2002) powered by a unique four-stroke
V5 engine that embodies the company's challenging spirit and advanced technologies.
Also exhibited will be Honda's World GP history, which includes over 500
victories, and racing motorcycles in various categories which contributed
to the this prolific history.
At the Safety, Environment and Security Exhibition, two state-of-the-art
Honda Motorcycle Riding Simulators will be operated, providing the unique
experience of riding a motorcycle in a virtual reality environment.
Honda's commitment to riding safety and ecological friendliness are represented
by, among others, a cut-away model of the Smart Dio equipped with a clean,
four-stroke engine. Additional presentations use the Honda "Immobi-Alarm"
and "Coco-Secom" systems, which are a result of a unique collaboration with
Secom Co., Ltd.
List of Exhibitions
( :
Concept study models,  :
Road-going models,  :
Commercially available soon)
[Automobile exhibition]
| Concept Stage: |
DUALNOTE
BULLDOG
UNIBOX
model X |
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| Sport Mind Stage: |
Civic Type R
NSX Type R |
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| Space Magic Stage: |
w·i·c (What is a car?)
S·U·U (Smart, Urban and Useful) |
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| Technology Stage: |
Civic Hybrid |
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| Welfare Vehicles: |
Odyssey Almas
Life Almas |
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| Road-going Vehicles: |
Fit
Stream
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CR-V
S2000
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Step WGN
Integra Type R
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| Motorsports Stage: |
F1
CART |
[Motorcycle Exhibition]
| Main Stage: |
ELYSIUM
FUSION 50
Ape 100
VFR |
XAXIS
Bite
CBR954RR
CRF450R |
| CB400 Super Four Hyper VTEC Spec.
II |
| and others |
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| Commuter Concept Stage: |
e-DAX
CAIXA
e-NSR
NC-II |
MOBIMOBA
Riding Cart
NC-I |
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| Motorsports Stage: |
RC211V
NSR500
RTL and others |
RC143
VTR1000SP |
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| Road-going Motorcycles: |
GOLD WING
SILVER WINGS (600/400)
FORZA
ZOOMER
Smart Dio
CB900 Hornet
CBR1100XX
CB1300 Super Four
Shadow Slasher (400)
CB400SS
XR250
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| and others |
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