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CHRYSLER/JEEP - Original Designs, Innovative Technologies, Quality Improvements

The Chrysler group is displaying its efforts in technology innovations and quality improvements on top of its original designs at the Tokyo Motor Show. Representative of this are the "Chrysler Crossfire," which is scheduled for launch on the Japanese market in the near future, and the "Chrysler 300C Touring" and "Jeep Treo" concept cars. The "Chrysler 300C Touring" is a full-size station wagon that combines an American image with a modern design. It again uses the newly developed FR and a large-displacement V8 5.7 liter engine. This is a luxury touring wagon, one of Chrysler's traditional strengths, and is scheduled for launch in the European market. The "Chrysler Crossfire" is making its first appearance in Japan. Originally a concept car, this two-seater specialty coupe has been promoted to a market model. Jeep's "Treo" concept car was clearly designed with young, entry-level buyers in mind. The "Chrysler 300 C Touring" updates the traditional American car image.

SMART - Ladies Love these Fashionable Compacts

Young women love the cutely-styled "smart" cars, and the new second-generation models are attracting lots of attention. The "forfour" is a 3,752 mm long compact car that shares a platform with the Mitsubishi "Colt." DaimlerChrysler and Mitsubishi are partners. With five doors and four seats, the car offers sporty driving with a distinctive "smart" styling. The coloring for this fashionable compact is based on smart's two-tone identity coloring scheme. The "forfour" comes with several engine variations.

MERCEDES-BENZ/MAYBACH - Attractive Lineup Features New Research Vehicles

Like last time (the 35th show) Mercedes-Benz uses a multistory structure for its booth. Each floor has a different theme. The second floor, for example, contains the "F-Cell," a fuel cell vehicle based on the "A Class" that highlights Mercedes-Benz's environmental efforts. Wherever you go, Mercedes has displays and models that will attract your eyes and your interest. Located in prime position at the center of the first floor is the "F500 Mind," a reference exhibit. To the front and center is the "SLR McLaren" super sports car, flanked by two models scheduled to be on the Japanese market, the "Viano" MPV and the "Vaneo." A total of 17 vehicles can be seen, including the "Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG," the strongest car in the history of Mercedes AMG. Mercedes fans will also enjoy the "Maybach 62," a return to the company's tradition of producing the finest in luxury cars. The "F500 Mind" show car was designed from the latest research and embodies the vision of Mercedes-Benz for the future of automotive technology. It serves as something of a "running laboratory" for the company. Among its innovations are a night vision system with infrared laser headlights, two-way doors and a multivision system, all of which are on the road to future commercialization. What garners the most attention, however, is the "SLR McLaren." Based on the "Vision SLR" shown at the 33rd Tokyo Motor Show, this is a 21st century sports car with an infusion of McLaren racing technology. The V8 engine features a newly developed supercharger and offers an incredible 626 horsepower, placing it squarely at the peak of Mercedes-Benz sports cars. The "SLR McLaren" is built with F-1 technology. "Vaneo" offers a roomy interior in a compact size.