GENEVA MOTOR SHOW
On a Swiss roll with swish and smart vehicles
Mark Smyth reports on some of the highlights of this week’s Geneva Motor Show
Switzerland likes to keep everyone happy with its neutrality and while this week’s Geneva Motor Show might not be what you would call neutral, its diversity meant everyone would find something to make them happy. Carmakers used it to reveal a range of new products, from future urban smart pods to electric luxury cars, supercars and everything in between. Next week we will look at some of the stars in detail but here is our rundown of some of the new models and concepts that grabbed our attention. AMG claims the new hybrid — due to launch in 2019 — will have 600kW and hit 100km/h in under three seconds. Staying with four doors (technically five), but moving from concept to reality, Volkswagen (VW) unveiled the production version of the Arteon, its four-door coupe which replaces the Passat CC. VW says it is positioning the Arteon above the Passat, which means a more premium feel — and probably a more premium price. "The Arteon combines the design elements of a classic sports car with ...
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