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February 29, 2008

Italdesign-Guigiaro Quaranta concept car


Motoring

Italdesign-Guigiaro Quaranta concept car


Italdesign-Guigiaro will showcase its Quaranta concept car at the Geneva Motor Show on March 4. The Quaranta features all-wheel drive, a mid-mounted hybrid powerplant utilizing solar energy, as well as the oddball passenger capacity of three adults and a child, Leftlanenews reports.


The concept car was inspired by the 1968 Bizzarrini Manta, the first concept car with a central engine and drivetrain. Access to the interior is via two doors, with one incorporated into the other, which open upwards. The roof- and front bodywork-mounted solar panels provide up to 250W of power, which is used for the HVAC system as well as recharging the battery.

Interior accessories include a steering wheel with all the car's control mounted in the space of the spokes, including gear selection.

The concept sits on 20-inch wheels and tires. A carbon monocoque frame serves as the skeleton for aluminum and steel panels.







 

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