88th International Motor Show (Geneva International Motor Show 2018)

[Hshan]

2.0 6 cylinder? Me likey I6 or V6? Gib moar data pls

@MrChips Il Dominante

[JohnWaldock]

How about a car from 64 years ago? the 1954 JHW Peregrine 2500.

[NormanVauxhall]

18:00. At the Žnoprešk stand everything is ready for the presentation.
The two covered cars lays in the middle of the stage. The presenter take the microphone and walk towards the small 3 box car hidden under one of the heavy white cloth.
“This evening we are going to present you…” he grabs the cloth “this.”

The crowd laugh, but the presenter face don’t show any expression. He stare at the crowd. Some cough rise in reply.
He moves to the second car, keeping eye contact with the people that stares back.
He grabs the cloth “Not only. We are also going to present you…” the cloth fall down “this.”

The crowd feel a mix of embarassment and curiosity.
“I know. You already know this car. But tonight we are going to present you this two cars, as they would have been designed, if that 70’s and 80’s Znopresk car manufactorer leaped in time to 2018.”
He gives his back to the crowd, and the two huge znopresk logo on the back of the stage tear apart. From behind the ripped cloth, the Zest TS 2018 and the Zenit 2018 move in and park close the their ancestors.

The presenter point to the Champagne Metallic sedans while the photosflashes flood the stand “The new Zenit” he points toward the Melon Yellow hatchbacks “And the new Zest! See you tomorrow.”
The presenter diasppear, the light fade out and softer lights bounce back. The people is free to take a look to the old and new cars on the stage, but only tomorrow Žnoprešk will unveil the details about the trim.

[Manche]

Pampero Mk4

[Leonardo9613]

Bonham at the Geneva International Motor Show 2018

March 5th, eve of the show, Geneva, Switzerland

For the 2018 GIMS, Bonham has decided to run a press event on the night before the press days.
At precisely 10 past 10 pm, all lights were turned off and smoke started to be pumped to fill the set.
Meanwhile, the speakers were blasting a song.

- YouTube

Oh, yes, it was time for Kashmir.

With the song still playing, the purple lights were turned on and amidst the smoke, a big silhouette rolled into the stage.

As soon as the song ended, the smoke was cleared and the lights were turned on properly. In the middle of the stage, the 5m long behemoth stood. Next to it was 6’3" tall Arthur McKenzie, Bonham’s CEO.

Even next to him, the car was instantly recognizable as a limo, low, wide and long. 5.2m long in fact, with over 3 metres between the wheels.

“I could sit here all night describing the tecnhical prowess of this car, instead, I’ll let the styling do the talking” said Arthur.

And with a single fluid movement, the cover was removed.

Bonham Kashmir 6.0 V12 in Tyrian Black

Detailed information will be available on the Bonham stand and webpage as soon as the show starts.

Bonham Kashmir 6.0 V12 in British Racing Green

[SideswipeBL]

Aurora is planning to expand their lineup, with a slew of concepts. Here’s the first one.

[DeusExMackia]

2018 Erin Nardella Face Lift

The facelifted Erin Nardella is here. A fresh face for our entry level, all-aluminium sports car.

Full details can be found here on the Erin company thread

[vmo]

I love the new Znopresk design language!

[Grandea]

Zenshi at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show

Zenshi arrives at the motor show with their current lineup of cars, ranging from the tiny Tessitura to the large Pike, and setting the centre of attention in their section of the show with two essential models to the brand.

2019 Grandea

2018 GTS-30T Type M Shown in Force Blue

While the Grandea hasn’t changed significantly from last year, the biggest change for it is a newer version of the LZ3-ACE GMTE engine that now has VVL technology implemented within it, allowing for more power to be added, while displaying efficient power delivery.

Also new for this year is the inclusion of a turbocharged I4 model, the 320 HP 2.5L QS25GDAT, as the new base engine of the Grandea. Like the 3.0L models, the GTS-25T comes in two versions: the comfort-oriented Type-M, and the sports-oriented Type-S.

The iconic 2+2 premium sports coupe will come standard with a multitude of features, such as power tilt/telescopic steering and front bucket seats, remote engine start, 8.5 in touchscreen, dual climate control, and power folding side mirrors. Options include Nakamichi premium audio (standard on the GTS-30T Type M), leather upholstery (standard on GTS-25T Type M and both 3.0L models), and SM-AWS. All models will come with a choice between a 6-Speed Manual or a 6-Speed AvanTec.

2019 Axia

2018 4.8M shown in Rosen Red Metallic

Like the Grandea, the Axia carries itself over from last year, but with some improvement both inside and out.

The 2018 Axia is given a touched up front bumper revision that gives a more sophisticated appearance, yet still accentuates the athleticism the full-size sedan possesses. Standard equipment on the Axia is the same from last year, which included a power dual panoramic sunroof, dynamic active suspension, active noise control, and a 360-degree camera.

For the 2018 model year, the overall trims have been simplified to a few versions: 3.0M and 4.8M, and a 3rd version which is still currently being tested, and utilizes a similar powerplant to what was used over 12 years ago.

[Tsundere-kun]

A mysterious car has been filmed at a nearby airport.

Just a day later, Dimension Motors , which is founded 4 years ago, admitted that this car and the Gerala(Recently introduced by the media) are their creations. And this mysterious car’s name is …Xerinna.

Dimension Motors makes their first step at the supercar market. After 3 years of development, Xerinna is finally completed.

This beast is powered by a 3.0L Twin Turbo V6.Producing 485HP and about 600Nm.

Despite it is kind of underpowered as a supercar, it’s performance is definitely a supercar. Xerinna weights only 1260kg thanks to the carbon fiber chassis.(1203kg for the RWD version, which is planned to announce at 2019) Xerinna is also using the custom version of Gerala’s AWD system and better infotainment, to provide even greater driving experience. Dimension Motors also did a great job on the fuel economy–35mpg(US)! You rarely see such economy in the supercar category. Overall, It is clear that Xerinna is definitely a great balanced super. As a newcomer of the car industry, Dimension Motors is doing very well!

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Engine Details:
3.0L TC V6 (Codename: CAMELLIA)
Size:2997cc
Power:485HP@7800rpm
Torque:629Nm@3400rpm
Redline:8500rpm

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Car details(lacking)
Model name:Xerinna(Codename:Chrysanthemum)
Layout:Mid-engine ,all-wheel drive
Chassis:Carbon fiber
Weight:1260kg
0-100km/h:Less than 3secs
Fuel economy:35.2mpg(US)
Price:~$80000

[abg7]

Hmm… There’s already another company with the same name as yours if I’m not mistaken. But apart from that issue, this is a compelling junior supercar, not a full-fledged one.

[DeusExMackia]

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Press Day 1

The 2018 Geneva International Motorshow is finally underway at last, and we’ve seen a whole slew of official releases on this first of the press days. I’ve even had a chance to do some test-drives too. Without further ado…

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Aha! So that’s what Leviathan have been teasing. LMC’s new small sports car, the Tempest, is a handsomelooking machine, if a little plain round the front. It looks to be a fairly solid ~£30k sports coupe, with a decent range of engines, including a very fruit 2.6l Turbo V6 on the top-of-the-range Twinturbo R trim, offering a sub-5 seconds 0-60 time for a smidgen over $40k. The mid-range GTt rim looks more tempting, with a 257hp i6 under the bonnet and some handsome chrome detailing. Shame it just looks a bit outdated.

Cornaldie’s new Sprinter 350 Touring claim’s to be “The All-Weather Premium Sport Wagon you never knew you wanted”. I’m not so sure about that when the front appears to have one too many vents on and the rear looks tall enough for it to be almost a crossover. It’s decently quick , with 0-60 in 4.5 seconds, and decently efficient too, but I can’t help feeling that there are more succint offerings from Rennen and Bonham. If Cornaldie were interested in getting a proper verdict, then I’d be all down for a test-drive…

An AWD electric sports coupe pretending to be a muscle car. Well, that’s the best summary of EVE’s Phoenix concept that I could come up with, a car that doesn’t look aggressive enough to be a muscle car by any means and certainly doesn’t seem to be one underneath. What is worth nothing howeveris EVE’s Variable Motor Technology, something we’ve all been expecting to appear on electric cars soon enough. Variable drive is something that will have serious benefits for a lot of drivers once it starts appearing on production cars and not just concepts, and I look forward to that immensely.

Kogan’s new STS Turbo is a track machine the size of a pocket calculator. It’s a tidy looking machine, and with some 370hp under the bonnet, it’ll certainly be fast too. Weighing in at under 1 ton, it certainly seems like a very capable track toy for sure. No word on any lap times however yet, which would be a good test to see how much of a track machine it really is.

As per usual, AL Autos did not hold back in providing the most detailed press pack of the whole show. The Flusso has received another styling update, and has another new engine, this time a 3.5l turbo i6. One does wonder if this car will ever actually be finished enough to state where two or model years actually see any similarities at all. The Luxus also has a new new engine and more styling tweeks. As for their new Semita, “[They themselves] don’t even know what to call this car”. Huh, interesting that. I had the chance to test drive it, which you can read below.

Zastero’s new Venirus coupe may sound like a medical term, but it’s actually a luxury car. It promises smooth torque delivery, 445 hp to boot and air suspension. For $35k, that’s not too shabby at all, but the styling does not sell it at all. It’s too tall, the front end looks like 3 cars have been stitched together - badly - and the promise of “hydraulic steering” isn’t exactly revolutionary.

So you thought the near-$50k MRP trim of the Montes Urban was expensive? Pah! You ain’t seen nothing. That was a car that offered top-tier hot-hatch performance for over $15k more than the average price of its rivals. So of course, the next logical step is a car that is to offer a trim that is 0.7 seconds faster from 0-60, 207kg lighter, more inefficient, 2 km/h faster and that runs with a tuned version of the same V6 engine for Eighty One Thousand Dollars. $81k for a hot hatch that’s as fast as similarly priced sports coupes and reaching well into the luxury car price territory is the single most stupid and absurd offering for a car I have ever seen. What an absolute joke of a hatchback.

Bramble’s slogan for their new Moro sports coupe left me confused. “Where’s the fun if you can’t control it?” Well, heh, I think there’s quite a lot of fun to be had when you’re not in con…
…moving swiftly on to protect my journalistic integrity, the Moro isn’t ugly but nor is it stunning. And more than anything else, it looks tired. It’s a bit on the heavy side compared to the other entry level sports cars we’ve seen at the show, though it still pegs in a respectable 0-60 time of 6.4 seconds. Pricing in the low-£20ks mark thougb isn’t enough to save it from being outclassed by rivals in the styling department entirely.

Hoorah! The new Shromet Radiant is here. Like the previous gen, it’s one hell of a smiley looking thing, though I can’t seem to work out why it’s so tall (odd suspension modelling to blame perhaps?). Still, that height ought to satisfy the cross-over buyers, as will it’s neat range of engines, which includes a very temping 2.0l i6. Hybrid models and an all-electric trim are also promised.

What’s with the long face, Halcyon GT? Leviathan seem to have given their updated luxury coupe some very sad eyes, yet with so many luxury toys on the inside, V12 and V10 engines on offer and some very tempting performance specs, you’d think it’d be happier.

Scagliati made sure to deliver their usual display of automotive beauty with the stunning Il Dominante. Not the most radical looking hypercar ever, but an awfully pretty one at that. 1100hp under the bonnet with a proper V12 soundtrack, AWD and a stunning interior; luxury meeting top-end technology in all the right ways. They even claim it should be comfortable, efficient and practical enough “to be used as a continent-crossing GT car in the same vein as La Serenissima”. Quite a bold claim, but then again, with a price tag of $452k, you’d damn well expect it to do everything.
The new La Serenissima GTE was also unveiled, promising to bring some Renaissance-era sophistication and another V12 soundtrack to the WEC this year. It’s a mean, if rather clean looking machine, though then again, that’s probably the point. Team announcements are expected shortly.

Znopresk gave a history-focused presentation to reveal their new Zenit and Zest. It’s a big shift styling wise for the Italian marque, but one that I think just about works. The new front ends of the cars aren’t exactly pretty, but they’re certainly interesting nonetheless. As for specs? Nothing as of yet, but expect them to be as predictably safe and solid as Znopresk’s have been for the last few decades. if the brilliant little new Zap! I drove last year at the same show is anything to go by, we shouldn’t have anything to fear regarding the status of the Automationverse’s most brilliantly average company.

Then again, who wants average when you can have pure Automotive seduction in the form of the new Bonham Kashmir. God dammit Bonham, you’ve made another stunning looking machine, this one more grown up than the more feminine Fleming but far more imposing. Specs are set to arrive soon, though I can confirm that it will be available with a 6.0l V12 and frankly that’s all we need to know.

Aurora started their announcements run of the show with the stunningly awkward looking Nightshade SUV. I am honestly speechless at how anything can look so odd, so much so that I might need some nightshade just to drive it.

Erin revealed the facelifted Nardella, which was quite the…(see more)

Zenshi introduced updates to its European model lineup, with the focus on the new 2018MY Grandea and 2018MY Axia. It may well be the 50th facelift we’ve seen for these cars in the past year, but there’s no denying how graceful the now look. Both car’s specs remain basically unchanged, aside from a simplifying of the Axia’s trim range. As for the Grandea, you can find out more in my road test below.

Dimension - not the American Dimension, a different one - revealed the new Xerinna. It appears to be a low-end supercar, with 485hp under the bonnet in M-AWD configuration. It promises sub-3.0 seconds 0-60 times for around $80k, certainly offering value for money there.

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Time for a few test drives then. First up…

Review: 2018 Zenshi Grandea GTS-30T

“The forgettable 2nd album that can’t match their debut or their seminal third release”

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Sporty, comfortable and stylish is the best way to sum up this latest iteration of the Grandea. This 3.0l GTS trim offers plenty of that $40k-something premium car goodness - not too sharp, not too shouty, yet still very capable - and certainly delivers with the premium element. The very nice infotainment system really stands out on this model, as does the 2+2 seat configuration, which almost makes you feel like you’re driving a mini-GT car.

The engine, however, reminds you that you certainly aren’t. It’s all about the mid-range torque with 3.0l turbo i6, offering 360hp at peak. It’s decently responsive, but doesn’t have that edge that you need at the top end to call it a performance car. Then again, that’s not really the point; the engine suits the rounded feel of the car.

On the Swiss mountain roads I drove this thing on, it felt engaging enough to be almost exciting. It’s definitley a low-speeds car, but it offers enough to be interesting on the limit. It’s quite the tight car though through the corners; the suspension might be soft, but it tightens up at the limit, suggesting that they’re trying to contain body roll rather than combating it properly in the first place.

It’s not the most efficient machine in the world either, coming in at an average of just under 30 UK MPG, which I would expect better from. That sadly doesn’t make the complete all-rounder I hoped I could call it.

As a mid-size exectuive car option, it does the job - just. Far more of a cruiser than a car you could really call fun on the road, though it can deliver in that aspect. The low fuel economy, however, is a disappointment, and other rivals can offer similar experiences and better running costs.

Review: 2018 AL Semita RGR

“There’s always one that’s off the wall, isn’t there…”

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Mother of God. The Semita is not pretty. The back is confused and doesn’t seem to know where to end with its vents. The front is thin and looks like someone tried to make Waluigi into a car. And that salmon pink colouring is not helping either.

The engine is bonkers too. For a block that, according to the S.A.M. office’s calculations will take just over 80 years to actually design, they’ve managed to some how end up limiting its powerband, meaning that the turbocharge 2.1l i4 hits the wall at 9k with no run off after. 468 hp is certainly very good though; shame that it’s powerful a car that markets for $160k, which is frankly absurd for a 4 cylinder supercar.

Then, there’s the suspension. The front is soft and crashy, and regularly bottoms out. But the rear? It’s like a whole other car. It’s solid as granite, meaning that on anything smoother than fresh tarmac, the whole car bumbles about, all the while pivoting around the rear wheels. Amazing!

How then, one wonders, can they spend so much money on the engine and the suspension, and make the interior so basic? It’s less of a supercar in here and more of a £30k hot hatch. Even the infotainment feels basic for the price.

Oh sure, it’s very fast in a straight line - 0-60 in 2.9 seconds and a 201 mph top speed - but it’s so hard to use and unbearably annoying elsewhere that it wouldn’t even be worth recommending this car to someone as a joke.

That’s all for day one. We’ll conclude press coverage tomorrow. For now, it’s time to find an afterparty and a hotel room for a one night stand, cause my god am I going to need one to clear my mind after some of the stuff I’ve seen today.

- Gavin Anderson

[vmo]

Montes Roadster: time to enjoy the wind again!

10 years after launching the last generation of the Roadster, today we present the new-gen Roadster. And it comes with a lot of new features!

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C O N C E P T

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For the development, we have focused on two basic pillars: enjoyment at the wheel, and design.

To ensure the maximum enjoyment of the driver, we have taken into account the following factors: weight distribution, position and driving position, detachable assistance elements, and precise and direct touch of the control elements (steering, pedals …), and simplified infortaintment system. Reduced to the essential.

Another new feature is the option to switch off the electric power steering, if you want a more sporty and old-school feeling.

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P O W E R T R A I N

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The 2018 Roadster it comes witt three engines: a naturally aspirated 2.0L 160hp engine, the turbo 2.0L 230hp (used on the Urban GT Turbo), and a 3.5 V6 (a detuned version from the MRP RX35VG) with 336hp.

The only available transmission, is a 6-speed manual gearbox, coupled to a geared LSD. Later, a six-speed double clutch box will also be offered.

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B O D Y & C H A S S I S

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The new chassis, monocoque type, is built in lightweight AHS steel, and has 50% more torsional rigidity than the previous generation, but with less weight.

As for the body, has a retro design, which collects features and characteristics of sports cars of the 60s. A large front grille and details such as mirrors (extra), as well as the rear and side grille, in chrome. Combined with contemporary details, such as the lean and thin headlights, Matrix full LED technology (and laser in option for the high beam), LED tail lights, slim design, and aerodynamic handles, with chrome finish.

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P R I C E

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The 2018 Roadster is available from:

-2000 160: 27.122€
-2000 Turbo 230: 29.023€
-3500 340: 36.192€

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R I M S

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Responding to the comments about the rims seen in the photos of the teaser, are some optional rims (+ 1200 €), created by Borrani, exclusively for this model.

So, calm down. We also have more alloy wheels available.

THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION!

More photos, soon

And, @DeusExMackia, we have an Assetto Corsa car model, if you wish to drive the car!

[Jaimz]

More information will be released over the next day or 2.

[Mikonp7]

Project 400 has a name !

Version 2 of the Prototyp, "Final Table"

We refined most of the features we already revealed at NAIAS

Refined Exterior, Refined engine, Refined Suspension and Refined Active Interior.

1200hp, 404km/h Top Speed, 2.3 sec 0-100,

active seats which will comfort you in "Normal" mode and will hold in in place in "Race" mode

Production is expected to start in the next years.

The first "Final Table" of 400 should be on the street around 2022

Prices start at 200.000$

EcaMobile - The Ace on the river

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The all new 2019 Neko Maneki Hybrid

A new way to move.

The rear axle is powered by a 300hp I6, the front by a powerful electric engine.

0-100 in 4.9 sec with a top speed of 260km/h

7 speed Seq gearbox, Active Suspension , Sport interior and Premium HUD

The new Maneki will come with our new 3 zone active Aero.

This system will allow the car to create the perfect airflow for every situation.

The flaps will arrange independently for every corner you take, giving you always the best traction.

Prices start at 40.000$ and the car will be at dealers spring 2018

Neko - sleek,tough,frisky

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The next generation is NOW !

The all new DeerAndHunt SuperCoupe!

It's time to continue family traditions.

5L V8

Pushrod

250hp / 440NM

RWD

4 Sport Seats and Premium HUD

This Base Version will be available in the end of 2018 for 35.000$

A Convertible , Supercharged and a V10 Version are planned to released on a later day

Deer And Hunt - In Power we trust

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The all-in-one solution for everybody !

The new StadtLandFluss will come in various trims: Today we present the first three.

This is the base trim. It is also platform for all our other trims,

therefor is upgrading a Base Version to another trim no problem

All trims will be powered by a 1.5L Turbo I3 producing 94hp using only 5.5L/100km

The Base Version comes with a 6spd Auto 2+3 Standart Seating

This version will start 15.000$

For people living in more rugged places (or people who just like such places) we have the Offroad Version

Fitted with manual Diffs , Offroad Tyres, Offroad Suspension and a full Offroad Exterior Pack

This version can be bought for 16.000$ or as a Upgrade pack for 5.000$

For the people who live fast we also have over Sport trim

Comes with 16'' alloy sport wheels, Sport Suspensions and Sport Bodykit

Prices start at also at 16.000$ or as a 5.000$ Upgrade

First cars should roll out the dealers Fall 2018

BürgerFahrzeuge - Vom Volk, fürs Volk

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(Remind me to never do 4 cars at once again…)

[JohnWaldock]

If you;re gonna offer him a test drive, at least get the name right!

[ACoolCrab]

Who’s that Robinson?

[vmo]

I revised again the car price. Now is cheaper.

And, BTW, is a v8, not a v6.

[JohnWaldock]

Key Stats:

• 5.0L V10

• 580bhp

• M-RWD

• 10.4L/100km

• 0-62: 3.1 seconds

• Top Speed: 208mph

We at JHW also invite Gavin Anderson to be the very first person to drive the car.

Model 1 - JHW R510.car (17.6 KB)

[Mythrin]

Ceder Geneva International Autoshow

6/7/18

Amon Tobin - Get Your Snack On

The music playing in the background for the reveal

Lazuli Metallic Ceder Aspera 3.0 TXi shown in images.

The 2018MY MK III Aspera sees large changes to it’s front fascia and rear end as well as the engine line-up with the removal of the comparatively inefficient 2.2 inline 4. The top of the range 3.0 turbocharged inline 6 has been updated to produce 295hp through changed VVL aggressiveness and ignition remapping.

The 2.5 inline 4 turbo still features in the line-up and has also undergone a revamp allowing it to produce a total of 248hp. Both models are now available with optional all wheel drive that was previously only available on estate models.

Both trims come with a 10 speaker sound system, bluetooth connectivity and two zone climate control as well as a large amount of safety equipment. A 7-Speed automatic or a 6-Speed manual are available in both trims.

More information soon on the official Ceder website and keep an eye open for a high performance version later in the year.