Five standout concept cars spotted at the Paris motor show

Here are five concept cars causing a sensation at this year's Paris motor show, whether for their originality, their technological prowess or sometimes even their outlandishness.
Five standout concept cars spotted at the Paris motor show
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Renault 4Ever Trophy

This concept is undoubtedly the star of the Renault stand. It is a 4L revisited in an electric version which, with its spare wheel and its sand extraction plates, is billed as an SUV for intrepid adventurers. Ultimately, only the grille is reminiscent of the legendary car from which it takes its name. This reinterpretation of the 4L is a precursor to a future electric SUV coming to the Renault range, expected in 2025.

Alpine Alpenglow

The design, shape and lights of the Alpine Alpenglow are sure to catch the eye of visitors to the show. Although this concept is mostly evocative of a future competition model, its design also gives some hints of what could be coming in Alpine’s next production model. Note that the Alpenglow runs on hydrogen, driving down emissions without sacrificing thrills.

Dacia Manifesto

On the Dacia stand, all eyes are on the Manifesto concept, packing innovation into a particularly hardy but environmentally friendly electric SUV. Here, the driver and passenger are at one with nature, as the vehicle has no doors, no windows and no windshield. Although the Manifesto will not be available as a production model, several on-board technologies will nevertheless be rapidly integrated into future Dacia cars, such as YouClip, a new and highly practical attachment system for accessories.

Vilebrequin 1000Tipla

If there’s one concept that certainly didn’t go unnoticed at this year’s Paris Motor Show, it is the vehicle showcased by the two hosts of the Vilebrequin YouTube channel (which has more than two million subscribers). They succeeded in developing a 1,000-horsepower prototype, based on a simple Fiat Multipla — an unprecedented level of power for a car of this kind! The result is spectacular to see… and to hear. Even F1 driver Esteban Ocon, present at the show, seemed blown away by this creation.

Mobilize Solo

In a totally different style, Mobilize is showcasing Solo, an ultra-compact three-wheeled vehicle concept. As its name suggests, it is a single-seater, embodying ultra-light and electric mobility. The idea is for the body and the object to become one, with the driver moving around comfortably, in a semi-seated position, at less than 25 km/h. The vehicle is driven with a kind of joystick and does not require a license. Plus, its enveloping design and its integrated airbag should make it safer than a gyropod or a scooter.