Announced only two years agoa high-class hydrogen sedan from a young French brand Hopi presented at the Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris Porte de Versailles!
Founded Oliver Lombard in 2019 and belongs to the group Hydrogen Motive Company (HMC), Hopium is developing the Machina, a luxury sedan that is slated for a 2025 launch.
Smooth design inspired by the surface of water
There was only her at the large stand of the French manufacturer, sitting in the center. here Hopium Machina Visiona concept that foreshadows a production version that will be called sober Hopium Machina.
In terms of design, everything was under control Felix Godardwho participated in prestigious projects on Porsche, Tesla and most recently Luciddid a great job, both outside and inside!
Hopium Machina has produced a sedan with smooth and clean lines, only smooth and rounded shapes.
Everything is very thought out, like that finely perforated front surface to optimize the cooling of the hydrogen engine. All holes can be opened and closed depending on the speed and temperature of the unit.
From the point of view of optics, sThe special LED signature is inspired by “waves on the surface of water”, as is the Hopium logo. The rear lights take the same form.
Very sophisticated and technological interior
Inside, the cabin is a subtle combination of modernity and technology.
Like most modern vehicles, he gives pride of place to screens. On the screen, it’s better to say. In effect, there is only one, but it is the entire width of the car!
Another subtlety, the last one has two positions. It can remain both in a low position and in another, more elevated position.
In addition, there are touch-sensitive buttons on the center console.
Finally, the luxurious interior features a special roof that can become opaque on demand with a simple wave of the hand from the rear seats.
Hopium promises 1000 km of autonomy!
We will remind thatHopium Machina must have an engine with a capacity of 368 kW and about 500 hp. As for autonomy, at the moment the manufacturer claims a mileage of 1000 km
European materials and bow on
A little extra touch from a French manufacturer, all these materials are of European origin. The goal, of course, is to reduce environmental impact. A strong argument for an electric car. See you on October 17, 2022 at the Mondial de l’Auto in Paris to learn more about the French hydrogen concept.
To produce its luxury hydrogen sedan, the French startup has opened a factory in Normandy in Vernon, Erie.
As for prices, the model is expected in 2025 and will start at 120,000 euros.
Finally, if you want to see it in real life, go to stand No. 420 in Hall 4 living room!
Mondial de l’Auto in Paris: all the information!
As for many years, in Paris Motor Show 2022 organized on the territory of the park Paris Expo Port de Versailles. The fair takes place in the village Flags 3-4-6. To book a ticket, here is the link to jump.
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Show dates:
- from Tuesday 18 to Sunday 23 October 2022
Address:
- Paris Expo Porte de Versailles (1 Pl. de la Pte de Versailles, 75015 Paris)
- Pavilions 3-4-6
Schedule:
- from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily except Sundays (closing at 7:00 p.m.)
Prices:
- €30 per day or €16 (weekdays) and €20 (weekends) upon arrival time reservation (must be adhered to or cancellation).
Reduced rate for children from 7 to 17 years old (€8/day during the week, €10/day on weekends). Free for children under 7 years old.
Access:
- Underground : line 12, Porte de Versailles station.
- tram : lines T2 and T3a, Porte de Versailles stop.
- Bus : line 80, Firmin Gillot stop – line 39, Desnouettes stop.
- car : ring road, exits Porte de Sèvres, Porte de Versailles, Porte de la Plaine – Car parks P6 and P7.
Source: Auto Plus
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