Renault Fluence ZE: She wins the challenge Bibendum 2011
Renault Fluence ZE mounts the first step of the podium of the "inter-city" of 300 km from the challenge Bibendum 2011. Race and she delights in the title performance electric roadsters but also has vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell.
The CO2 balance of the full wheel wells Fluence ZE, calculated by the team of Michelin experts, is 57 g / km, or 8% better than the figures of registration of the vehicle.
By this victory, Renault demonstrated that its 100% electric, accessible to as many grace technology has its price, is also the most effective.
In addition to the first place, Renault Fluence ZE 5 other trophies won:
Renault Fluence Z.E. climbed into the first position of the ordeal of maneuverability on the track of the ADAC. In the hands of Gregory Fargier, test driver for Renault Sport Technologies, she realized a record time of 2.02 minutes, 5 seconds faster than the fastest Tesla.
Renault Fluence Z.E. has received the "award" the best efficiency energetics. She managed to travel 300 km Challenge Bibendum consuming only 37.44 kWh. Performance made possible by the vehicle fuel efficiency and eco-driving "Renault Driving Eco? "Its driver, Gregory Fargier, co-pilot Sylvie Savornin, major account manager at Renault. In total, this represents a total range of 215 km (performance tests included).
The full CO2 balance wheel wells Fluence ZE was rewarded with an "award." Calculated by the team of Michelin experts, this figure of 57 g / km is lower than that of hybrid vehicles and fuel cell. It demonstrates that the electric Renault technology is the solution to alternative energy the "cleaner" and more efficient.
Naturally, Renault Fluence Z.E. also receives an "award" for local broadcasts, since it rejects any issuance polluting a use.
Finally, Renault is gratifies a "Design Award" for the best integration solutions recharge the battery in the vehicle.
Gregory Fargier and Sylvie Savornin, pilot and co-pilot Fluence ZE, have stated "we are delighted to have won the challenge in front of the most exclusive competitors. This challenge has allowed us to exploit the full potential of the vehicle. Conduct reliable, pleasant and efficient. "
To realize 300 km, a change of battery Fluence ZE was carried out mid-term in 6 minutes flat. This performance was performed in the conditions of grace rally a simple modification of the elements fixed a battery to allow unscrewing with hand tools, the system holding series being intended for automated use.
Renault offers visitors to its stand initiations eco-driving "Renault Driving Eco? "Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo ZE, organized by Key Driving Competence, training subsidiary eco-driving for Renault. Thanks to their benefits of eco-driving, the 50 participants of the day have won an average of 25 km compared to "normal" driving.
Nissan Alliance partner, is also has the honor to challenge Bibendum. Indeed, Nissan LEAF Wins urban rally 30 km to the Citroen C-Zero and Peugeot Ion demonstrating excellence in technology lithium-ion battery developed by the Alliance.
