http://Carwp.blogspot.com.br (from Renault Press Release) Renault has taken the wraps off the Renault Alaskan Concept which marks a further step forward in its bid to win over customers in the constantly-growing pick-up market. Pick-ups account for around one-third of total LCV sales and open up a fresh front for Renault's product offensive. <br /> <br />The Renault Alaskan Concept is a striking show vehicle that paves the way for a pick-up that will have a global calling. It combines a payload of one tonne with cutting-edge, athletic styling to meet the exacting needs of business users and individuals alike. <br /> <br />The Alaskan Concept: robust, athletic, cutting-edge styling <br /> <br />The Renault Alaskan Concept's status-enhancing design fits perfectly with the aesthetic expectations of the pick-up segment, whilst remaining true to the Renault brand's own styling cues. <br /> <br />A head-turner: <br />The dimensions of the assertive, status enhancing Alaskan Concept ensure a forceful stance, <br />The design of its robust yet athletic sculpted sides includes prominent wheel arches filled with 21-inch wheels, <br />Its lines combine a sense of high-tech engineering with an impression of robustness. <br />Its eye-catching front-end styling incorporates Renault design cues which bring a modern, aesthetic touch to the world of pick-ups: <br />A large, prominent logo, <br />An impressive bonnet highlighted by four sculptured ribs that heighten the impression of strength, <br />A combination of satin-effect, brushed and polished metal finishes, <br />Blue and yellow detailing on the door mirrors, brake calipers, wheel rim centres and front tow hook visually enhance the Alaskan Concept's poise, <br />C-shaped head lights, <br />Full-LED lighting signature. <br /> <br />Laurens van den Acker, Senior Vice-President, Corporate Design, commented: "The styling of the Alaskan Concept sticks to the rules of the pick-up segment, including impressive dimensions and a visual sense of power and robustness. At the same time, we have dialed in specific Renault cues in the form of an attractive, status-enhancing front-end design." <br /> <br />The Alaskan Concept is powered by Renault's proven four-cylinder, twin turbo diesel engine which features in the existing Master range: <br /> <br />Twin turbo technology: a small turbo for smooth acceleration at low engine speeds, plus a bigger turbo for higher revs. <br />This longitudinally-mounted twin turbo powertrain is lighter than average equivalent engines, <br />Outstanding acceleration performance, plus class-topping fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. <br />The Renault Alaskan Concept: designed to make the most out of life in three different worlds <br /> <br />The Alaskan Concept is a 'work hard, play hard' all-road vehicle designed to meet the requirements of three different worlds: business and leisure use, plus everyday motoring. <br /> <br />Perfectly suited to the needs of business users: <br /> <br />Strong chassis for excellent road holding, high ground clearance and distinctive driving comfort, <br />A payload of more than one tonne with five passengers onboard and a long, wide load bed, <br />Load bed incorporating three longitudinal recesses suitable for fixing equipment, <br />Additional storage bins either side of the load bed for the secure protection of equipment, <br />Best-in-class fuel efficiency, plus impressive power output and acceleration performance. <br />The Renault Alaskan Concept is the perfect companion for leisure use, too: <br /> <br />Ideal for road trips, adventure or sports use. Its big load bed can comfortably accommodate mountain bikes, camping gear or surfboards, etc. Availability of a range of outdoor accessories (load bed liners, covers, etc.), <br />Premium travelling comfort, together with highest quality standards in terms of equipment and connectivity, <br />Last but not least, a camera located inside the door mirror housings to permit the filming of passing landscapes. <br />For everyday motoring: <br /> <br />A status-enhancing vehicle complete with large 21-inch wheels, user-friendly driving comfort and modern urban styling that sets it apart in the pick-up world, <br />A sporty, appealing look: <br />Large LED Pure Vision rear lights with brushed and polished aluminium surrounds framed by C-shape direction indicators, <br />Sophisticated rear-end styling heightened by the central aluminium exhaust tail pipe. <br />Hasselblad and Alaskan Concept <br /> <br />Renault and Hasselblad worked jointly to underline the Alaskan Concept's ability to adapt to three different types of use: business and leisure use, and everyday motoring. 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