Ultimatecarpage.com update (10-03-06)

[Wouter Melissen]

Dear Ultimatecarpage.com visitor,

At first sight the Paris Motorshow stand of Venturi was filled with two funky concept vehicles, but closer inspection revealed that there was a lot more to them than just their unusual appearance. Running on electric engines only, both the Astrolab and Eclectic come complete with large solar cells to charge the batteries while driving. Solar cars are nothing new, but were usually only seen in races fielded by research companies. What's new about these two Venturis, is that both are destined for production, although their price is not for the faint of heart. Also quite steeply priced are the limited edition Gallardo Nera and Murcielago LP640 Versace that grazed the Lamborghini stand in Paris.
Like Venturi, Honda also showcased their desire to provide an alternative to the internal combustion engine with the FCX Concept. This fuel-cell vehicle is almost ready for production and should be out on the streets of Japan as early as next year. Less likely to go out and mingle with the other cars is the stunning Sivax Izana show car. Hopefully one of the major Japanese manufacturers will use the services of this local 'carrozzeria' soon.
Of course the biggest motorsport news in Paris was the launch of Peugeot's new Le Mans contender, but the company had another racing ace up their sleeve; the Spider 207. The mid-engined machine will most likely be used for a one-make championship as part of the regular support series for the 2007 Le Mans Series. Porsche also showed the much anticipated customer version of the RS Spyder. On Thursday Porsche could not confirm any orders, but a one-two in class this Saturday in the Petit Le Mans should have taken the last doubts away.

Enjoy the links:

Dodge Avenger Concept
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2895

Ford Iosis X Concept
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2909

Honda FCX Concept
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2898

Lamborghini Gallardo Nera
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2897

Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Versace
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2904

Peugeot Spider 207
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2908

Porsche RS Spyder Evo
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2902

Sivax Izana Concept
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2903

Venturi Astrolab Concept
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2905

Venturi Eclectic Concept
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...hp&carnum=2907

Regards,
Wouter Melissen

[6speed]

I'm really liking it Wouter. But I have to ask, why haven't I been banned yet?

[acemotorsport]

maybe he likes you?

[IWantAnAudiRS6]

Originally Posted by 6speed

I'm really liking it Wouter. But I have to ask, why haven't I been banned yet?

Not worth the effort of clicking the 'Ban' button?

[Vaigra]

Because W's going to make the ultimate decision and he hasn't been on today.

[6speed]

I see...

[Roy Visser]

back ontopic please.

[acemotorsport]

[offtopic]
i see 6speed has been banned
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[ontopic]
i like the new porsche but the venturi what the hell looks like a box
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