TOKYO, Japan, October 22, 2003 (FCN) -- Mazda has combined environmental
sensibility with street-smart performance in the new RX-8 Hydrogen RE concept
vehicle on display at the Tokyo Motor Show.
The world's only manufacturer
of rotary engines, Mazda has
unveiled a hydrogen version
of its acclaimed Renesis
rotary engine and placed it at
the heart of its most recent
new-generation product, the
sporty four-seat, four-door
RX-8.
The alternative-energy RX-8
Hydrogen RE is primed for a
future hydrogen-based
society. A dual-fuel system allows one-touch alternation between hydrogen- and
gasoline-powered modes and provides built-in flexibility as supportive
alternative-energy infrastructures are developed.
The RX-8 Hydrogen RE is currently undergoing road tests and benefits from
improved aerodynamics, optimized tires and weight-saving measures, as well as a
host of technologies to promote environmental compatibility. A water-based,
three-layer wet-on paint helps reduce emissions of organic solvents and carbon
dioxide. It also saves energy by shortening the drying process. Plant-based plastic
also has been used as an alternative to plastics derived from fossil fuels in interior
parts, particularly quarter panels, to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
The Renesis hydrogen engine is
complemented by a turbocharger
with electric motor assistance to
enhance hydrogen combustion
efficiency and regeneration of
energy from the car's exhaust.
Regenerative braking systems,
electric torque assist and idle
start-stop technology also work to
improve the overall efficiency of
the concept vehicle.
Mazda is committed to explore all
potential applications of its
unique internal combustion
engine. Named International
Engine of the Year at the Engine
Expo 2003 in Stuttgart, Germany,
the Renesis delivers significantly
improved fuel economy and reduced emissions compared to previous rotary
engines, not to mention smooth and responsive driving characteristics. For a
naturally aspirated engine of such compact size, the Renesis also produces
impressive power _ the sort of power you'd expect in an RX-8.
The Renesis hydrogen rotary engine is the product of 10 years of research and
development. Mazda introduced its first hydrogen rotary-powered engine in 1991 as
the core of the Mazda HR-X prototype vehicle. In 1993, the company developed an
experimental hydrogen version of the MX-5 Miata.
Now, Mazda continues to promote environmental responsibility and will invest even
more toward research and development over the next two years.
As they say, it's "the Mazda way to improve relations between people, the
automobile and the planet."
sensibility with street-smart performance in the new RX-8 Hydrogen RE concept
vehicle on display at the Tokyo Motor Show.
The world's only manufacturer
of rotary engines, Mazda has
unveiled a hydrogen version
of its acclaimed Renesis
rotary engine and placed it at
the heart of its most recent
new-generation product, the
sporty four-seat, four-door
RX-8.
The alternative-energy RX-8
Hydrogen RE is primed for a
future hydrogen-based
society. A dual-fuel system allows one-touch alternation between hydrogen- and
gasoline-powered modes and provides built-in flexibility as supportive
alternative-energy infrastructures are developed.
The RX-8 Hydrogen RE is currently undergoing road tests and benefits from
improved aerodynamics, optimized tires and weight-saving measures, as well as a
host of technologies to promote environmental compatibility. A water-based,
three-layer wet-on paint helps reduce emissions of organic solvents and carbon
dioxide. It also saves energy by shortening the drying process. Plant-based plastic
also has been used as an alternative to plastics derived from fossil fuels in interior
parts, particularly quarter panels, to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
The Renesis hydrogen engine is
complemented by a turbocharger
with electric motor assistance to
enhance hydrogen combustion
efficiency and regeneration of
energy from the car's exhaust.
Regenerative braking systems,
electric torque assist and idle
start-stop technology also work to
improve the overall efficiency of
the concept vehicle.
Mazda is committed to explore all
potential applications of its
unique internal combustion
engine. Named International
Engine of the Year at the Engine
Expo 2003 in Stuttgart, Germany,
the Renesis delivers significantly
improved fuel economy and reduced emissions compared to previous rotary
engines, not to mention smooth and responsive driving characteristics. For a
naturally aspirated engine of such compact size, the Renesis also produces
impressive power _ the sort of power you'd expect in an RX-8.
The Renesis hydrogen rotary engine is the product of 10 years of research and
development. Mazda introduced its first hydrogen rotary-powered engine in 1991 as
the core of the Mazda HR-X prototype vehicle. In 1993, the company developed an
experimental hydrogen version of the MX-5 Miata.
Now, Mazda continues to promote environmental responsibility and will invest even
more toward research and development over the next two years.
As they say, it's "the Mazda way to improve relations between people, the
automobile and the planet."
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