35th Barcelona Motor Show gets underway

35th Barcelona Motor Show gets underway
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By h.b. - May 8, 2009 - 7:53 AM

Minis in Barcelona - EFE

This year sees a record number of participating firms, 55

The 35th Barcelona Motor Show gets underway on Saturday, and despite the economic climate the show this year boasts more manufacturers than ever; 55 are in attendance, 11 more than last year.

One of the main attractions is the new Audi Q3 prototype which will eventually be made at the plant in Martorell. Fiat launches the Barbie 500 and Opel the Insignia OPC. Seat brings the Ibiza FR and the León Cupra range.

The Tata Nano Europa, described as the cheapest car in the world, is on show in Barcelona. With 33 horse power it can reach 150 kms/ hour and has a double airbag, ABS brakes and an electronic stabiliser as series.

The Tata Nano - EFE

Made in India by Tata Motors it will cost you less than 4,000 € but will not appear on the Spanish market until 2011.

Meanwhile Renault has confirmed that their Valladolid factory is a firm candidate to build a new model for the company in 2013. A new electric car and engine are also possibilities for the plant, and the final decision will be made at the end of the year.
The motor show continues until May 17.

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