Norton Way Corporate Newsletter - October 2015

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Welcome to the new edition of the Norton Way Group Corporate newsletter.

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GENERATION NISSAN JUKE New Juke to be built in Britain

PEUGEOT ON TOP FORM At 66th Frankfurt Motor Show

NEW MAZDA SUV?

New Mazda Koeru SUV at Frankfurt

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on top form at 66th IAA International Frankfurt Motor Show, a peak at the new Mazda Koeru SUV, the Honda Civic Tourer Active Life Concept car and great news for Nissan Juke and Britains car manufacturing sector.

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Sunderland, UK, September 3rd, 2015: Five years after inventing the small crossover, Nissan announces a new generation Nissan Juke is slated for production in the UK. ›› Second generation Juke to strengthen Nissan’s crossover leadership ›› Further £100m investment in future of UK’s biggest car plant ›› UK Chancellor welcomes outlook for 34,000 automotive jobs The estimated £100m investment is a further endorsement of the quality of output from the

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Sunderland plant, and a statement of Nissan’s intention to remain the undisputed crossover leader.

Following the launch of the second generation Nissan Qashqai in 2013, future Juke allocation points to a secure future for both production lines in Sunderland and the jobs of 34,000 people currently employed by Nissan and its British suppliers beyond 2020.

Nissan Europe Chairman, Paul Willcox joined colleagues in Sunderland to celebrate the announcement. Willcox said: “The Juke’s unique design is one of the reasons Nissan is now the undisputed crossover leader, underpinning five consecutive years of sales growth in Europe.

With the next generation Juke now confirmed for future production, customers can be assured that Nissan is going to remain the benchmark in the crossover segment for many years to come.

This announcement also gives security to our Sunderland plant beyond 2020, which the team has earned through many years of hard work and their

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Juke to be built in Britain

“It’s fantastic news that Nissan will be building their new car here in Sunderland and securing valuable jobs for thousands of working people in the area.”

- Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon George Osborne MP

ability to continually raise the bar on quality.”

Giving a further boost to the UK car industry, Nissan’s European design team in Paddington, London, and European Engineering Headquarters in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, will be instrumental in the development of this new model - ensuring the European customer needs and taste are incorporated into the second generation Juke.

The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon George Osborne MP, said: “It’s fantastic news that Nissan will be building their new car here in Sunderland and securing valuable jobs for thousands of working people in the area. Our ambitious plan to build the Northern Powerhouse means building on the area’s strengths - including manufacturing - and this announcement is an important sign of Britain being chosen as a global leader in car production.”

The announcement follows Juke’s latest recognition, this time from the respected J.D. Power UK Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS).

The study of owner reported problems experienced during the first three years of vehicle ownership ranked the Nissan Juke as the number one small car and the Nissan brand fourth overall for vehicle dependability. Nissan is now the biggest carmaker in the history of the UK car industry, with annual output exceeding 500,000 in each of the last three years and currently includes the Nissan Qashqai, Juke, Note and all-electric LEAF. Nissan employs nearly 8,000 people in its UK design, engineering, sales and manufacturing operations, supporting an additional 27,000 jobs in the UK supply chain plus 3,900 in dealerships.

More than one in three UK built cars are Nissans.

Since 2006 the Sunderland plant has made more than 1.5 million Qashqais -the fastest UK-built car of all time to reach 1 million units in Summer 2011.

Line 1 has been on 24 hour production since May 2010 to meet Qashqai demand.

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READ THE FULL REVIEW OF PEUGEOT’S AMAZING FRANKFURT MOTOR SHOW

After putting itself firmly back on track at the last motor show in Geneva, Peugeot has really put its foot down over the first half of 2015 and appeared at Frankfurt on top form: with 886,000 units sold by the end of June 2015, the car maker has seen a 3.9% increase in worldwide sales, with strong growth in Europe (up 6.7%), Asia (up 9.6%), Africa and the Middle East (10.9%) and India/ Pacific (50.2%), while continuing to move its range up-market. Here’s a little recap on how Peugeot have performed.

Launching its assault on all fronts, Peugeot benefits from: ›› - the appeal of a very young product range, with an average age of 2.6 years; ›› - the global success of the 308 - the Brand’s best-seller, No.1 in France and the European top 3 in the C segment; ›› - the global car - the 2008 Crossover is now produced on 3 continents and is No.2 in Europe in the B-SUV segment; ›› - the technological deployment of the new Euro 6 engines, with 25 best-in-class CO2 versions and the latest EAT6 (Electronic Automatic Transmission) gearboxes.

Environmental footprint: Peugeot is the benchmark PSA Peugeot Citroen has set itself the target of an average CO2 of 95g/km within the EU-28, to be reached by 2020. In the first five months of 2015, it was the first car maker with CO2 to go below 110g/km with 106.9g/km achieved, while the manufacturers’ (all marques) average stands at 121.4g CO2/km. Now, with average emissions of 106.3g CO2/km, Peugeot is in the lead, ahead of the big brands in the CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Emissions) ratings. This 4

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remarkable achievement was attained while increasing the sales of SUVs and the petrol energy mix.

Peugeot FRACTAL Concept: the Peugeot i-Cockpit® with sound (pictured) With over 1.8 million customers won over since 2012 and the launch of 208, the Peugeot i-Cockpit® has become the distinctive sign of the Brand’s recent creations. In 2015, Peugeot is unveiling a new prospective study with an innovative concept known as Peugeot FRACTAL. The futuristic lines of this electric urban coupé reveals a new interpretation of the Peugeot i-Cockpit®, where the focus is on sound to offer an even more instinctive drive experience. This was on show at Frankfurt but we will talk about this later.

Peugeot 308 R HYbrid: supercar performance from an awardwinning car With its tracks widened by 80mm and its muscular stance, Peugeot 308 R HYbrid Concept certainly stands out from the crowd. And the figures are very impressive: with plug-in hybrid technology that develops 500hp, including 270hp from the 1.6-litre THP petrol engine and two electric motors with 115hp each. This formidable vehicle can achieve 0 to 62mph in just 4 seconds and just 22 seconds to cover 1,000 metres from a standing start.

308 GTi by Peugeot Sport Two years after its launch, the Peugeot 308 has become the Brand’s worldwide best-seller. In the highly competitive European C segment, 308 is now in the top three (3rd bestselling vehicle in Europe, in the hatchback and estate category).

The vehicle, named Car of the Year in 2014, continues to enjoy great success. Already the No.1 hatchback in France, the arrival of the 308 SW version has made it leader in its segment in France, Italy, Belux, Poland and the Netherlands. After the launch of the GT and GT Line versions at the start of the year, 308 is continuing its performance pace with the arrival of the accomplished 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport.

Peugeot at Frankfurt: the Brand’s stand you shouldn’t have missed Covering some 2,900m2, an emotive experience awaited visitors in Hall 8, with the world exclusive unveiling of four concepts and demonstrations with 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport (world première), the Peugeot FRACTAL (world première) and Peugeot QUARTZ Concept cars in the new Coupe Franche livery, and the spectacular 308 R HYbrid demonstration vehicle.

Peugeot displayed its sporting and technological expertise in two themed areas. The Sport zone hosted the 308 GTi by Peugeot, 208 GTi by Peugeot Sport and RCZ R, New 308 Racing Cup and Peugeot Vision Gran Turismo simulator.

The Technologies zone displayed PureTech and BlueHDi efficient engine ranges, the EAT6 gearbox and the 308 R HYbrid.

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MAZDA BOSSES KEEN ON NEW SUV BASED ON KOERU FRANKFURT STAR

A production car based on the Mazda Koeru SUV concept is a real possibility with bosses looking to gauge public reaction.

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at the show, and I am encouraged to hear that.”

Kogai said that the big fear where a production model is concerned would be the car taking buyers from other crossover models in the Mazda line-up like the CX-3 and CX-5: “we need to make sure that substitution would not happen.”

Mazda Global Design boss, Ikuo Maeda and European boss Kevin Rice explained that the Koeru Concept was aimed at re-defining the boundaries of SUV crossovers. With Rice adding that the aim of the Koeru Concept, a coupe crossover, was to re-define the boundaries and make it a sporty vehicle that was more elegant and refined. He went on to say that it would not be difficult to put the Koeru Concept into production if it gets the right reaction.

azda bosses are waiting to evaluate the public reaction to the Mazda Koeru concept car shown at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show before pressing the go button on a new sporty SUV. Mazda President Masamichi Kogai said that they would be assessing the reaction of Mazda fans and owners to the stunning new Koeru coupe/ crossover concept.

He explained that: “we would like to see it in production, but we need to monitor customers voices and see if it can deliver sustainable sales volumes before making the final judgement. The Koeru Concept is a totally new proposition of SUVs, but everyone seemed to rave about the car 6

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“We would like to see it in production, but we need to monitor customers voices and see if it can deliver sustainable sales volumes before making the final judgement. The Koeru Concept is a totally new proposition of SUVs” - Masamichi Kogai, Mazda President

the next generation of SkyActive II technology is looking to make 30% improvements on fuel economy by 2018.

He has also been delighted with the global reaction to the new MX-5 sports car, which he said was attracting new customers to the brand as the roadster closes in on 1 million sales. Although many manufacturers have tried to compete with the MX-5 Mr Kogai feels that none have succeeded. “No other manufacturer can compete or make a rival for the MX-5 as a lightweight affordable sports car, the only rival is the MX-5!”

Mazda to decide on hybrid or electric path Mr Kogai went on to talk in depth on Mazda’s plans for engines in the future, and revealed they were currently assessing customer reaction to trials in Japan of an electric Mazda 2 supermini and a hybrid Mazda 3. Whichever system proves to be the best option will be adopted across their entire line-up. He also talked openly about rotary power being used in future Mazda’s and said that they had a team of rotary engine specialists working urgently on research, but that there were still challenges to find a solution to certain problems associated with the technology, including cold start. But he pointed out that Mazda was more focused on improving the internal combustion engine ‘to the max’ and with

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Suzuki Baleno debuts at 66th IAA Frankfurt Motor Show

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When Suzuki set out to create a hatchback like none before, it first established a key guideline—hold back on nothing.

The result is the Suzuki Baleno, a harmonious combination of styling that flows, superb performance achieved through ground-breaking technologies, and smart packaging.

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hatchback design ever. ›› Sporty profile that is low and wide, avant-garde front section, wraparound windows, expressive character lines and gently contoured, continuous surfaces convey elegance and power. ›› Innovative features on the inside include advanced multi-information colour display, active cruise control with speed limiter, and a Smartphone Linkage Display Audio compatible with Apple CarPlay*2. ›› Seating for five people features generous shoulder room in front, and generous legroom in the rear. ›› Spacious and flexible boot offers best-in-class luggage space. ›› Radar Brake Support (RBS) and other comprehensive safety features add to safety and peace of mind. ›› Sales of the Baleno will start in Europe in the spring of 2016.

To create a new, bar-raising hatchback that is fun to drive and engineered to meet today’s consumers’ needs, Suzuki wanted to take the compact car to the ultimate level. Baleno chief engineer Kunihiko Ito explains: “We set our sights on developing the ideal hatchback, one that makes no compromises, giving it an elegant, sophisticated and grown-up character. The Baleno perfectly embodies all the elements expected in a car of this size—design, utility, comfort, manoeuvrability, superior driving performance, and fuel efficiency.”

It also offers comfort, including on long-distance journeys, with plenty of space for adults in both the front and rear, as well as generous luggage space.

Baleno highlights: ›› New-generation platform, with increased rigidity and reduced weight, enhances fuel efficiency, handling and stability, while still achieving high levels of safety and NVH performance. ›› New 1.0 BOOSTERJET direct-injection turbo engine with high torque output and SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) with 1.2 DUALJET engine both provide excellent fuel economy in combination with Suzuki’s most-aerodynamic

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HONDA RELEASE CIVIC TOURER ACTIVE LIFE CONCEPT

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capable of transporting two bicycles, along with a retractable arm which can be extended from the rack, making maintenance and repairs easier.

Other maintenance accessories include a built in integrated air pump, a large light located on the tailgate, an extended shade area and a retractable bench making the Concept an ideal vehicle for cycling enthusiasts. Further accessories include a toolbox, bottle holder, water tank and a front wheel holder which are all integrated within the trunk side lining. Other clever storage solutions include a special aero shape roof box designed to accommodate essential cycling accessories such as shoes and helmets.

The dynamic exterior styling of the Civic Tourer Active Life Concept reflects the sporty and active

onda revealed the Civic Tourer “Active Life Concept” at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, underlining the Tourer’s class leading cargo space and versatility within the C-segment. The Concept study shows that style and space can work together; a custom paint colour further enhances the sleek and sporty exterior and an accessorised interior demonstrates the Concept’s suitability for an active lifestyle and the needs of its customers.

Utilising the unique centre fuel tank layout, the Civic Tourer Active Life Concept makes full use of its 1668 litres* trunk space and a low loading height. Features include a smart loading rack 10

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lifestyle of the customer; featuring a custom blue paint finish with a lower gun metallic gradation and a silver roofline which help accentuate the Civic Tourer’s sleek styling and aerodynamic design.

New 18-inch alloy wheels and a custom design rear bumper further highlight the Civic Tourer’s sporty characteristics.

The interior also features a customised theme; blue stitching can be found on the steering wheel and on the gear shift, along with a sporty black roof lining, which is also found on the Civic Sport and Civic Type R.

Of course, space doesn’t have to come at the cost of efficiency, and to demonstrate that belief, and proving in emphatic terms the efficiency of the new i-DTEC engines from Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series, the Honda Civic Tourer 1.6 i-DTEC recently set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for fuel efficiency. The 25-day ‘real-world’ challenge in June saw the car average 2.82 litres per 100km (100.31mpg) in a 13,498km (8,387 mile) drive across 24 contiguous EU countries.

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