In fact, since China became the largest automobile market in the world, the diversification trend of automobile products has always existed. However, since the China auto market entered the "cold winter", this "diversified era" really began to exert its strength, such as coupe SUVs, crossover models, station wagons, hatchbacks, performance cars, pickup trucks and so on. In recent years, these models that were once considered as "niche" have actually attracted a lot of attention. After all, the word "personality" is what many people pursue.
At this year's Beijing Auto Show, there was a wave of "scraping" that was very fierce, and that was "retro". Among them, the loose locomotive (Song San? MOTORS) is the most representative. This "retro new species" not only brings "Volkswagen T 1" multi-purpose MPV (named SS? SUMMER) and Chevrolet Corvette? C 1 (model 1958) convertible version/hardtop two-seat version (? SS？ Dolphin), there are many retro motorcycles, including the "soul chariot" in the Harry series and the movie "Knight of the Evil Spirit", which are handsome and cool.
Loose locomotive, what kind of organization? It may not be well-known in the automobile industry (I personally heard it for the first time), but it is well-known in the modification industry. Strictly speaking, it is not a main engine factory, but an international master customized motorcycle club, founded by celebrities such as,, Li, and. It has been 23 years since its establishment. During the period, I cooperated with Paul (AM Company, California, USA), the representative of American locomotive customization. Many of its models have won the world's top customized locomotive competition awards such as AMD World Customized Locomotive Competition, Easy Rider World Customized Locomotive Competition, National Retro Locomotive Competition, Harley Museum World Customized Locomotive Masters Invitational Tournament, and Harley 1 10 Anniversary World Customized Locomotive Competition.
The loose locomotive is a replica of the classic American heavy locomotive, which combines modern technology and adopts bolder and more gorgeous manufacturing methods, making the American retro locomotive a unique "neoclassical locomotive" with both technology and retro on the basis of its unique charm. These retro locomotives can be selected from details such as engines, rims, tires, handlebars and leather seats according to customers' requirements, thus showing their individuality and taste. Having said that, you can generally understand that loose locomotives are made in the United States and customized for motorcycle enthusiasts in China and around the world, but in the past, these locomotives were all motorcycles. It also attracted stars such as Zhang Li, William Feng, Man Wenjun and Jerry, all of whom had a loosely customized motorcycle.
What is the domestic prospect of loose locomotives without losing modern technology?
Nowadays, the loose locomotive has extended its tentacles to the automobile field, and also cooperated with AM Company in California to produce three products at the Beijing Auto Show. Among them, SS summer multi-purpose MPV? Referring to Volkswagen T 1 multi-purpose vehicle in 1960s as a whole, according to today's aesthetic and safety requirements, the loose locomotive has been redesigned. The chassis adopts four-wheel independent suspension, powered by BYD's plug-in hybrid system, and equipped with leading intelligent driving assistance and other high-tech equipment. There are 6 cabins, 7 second children and 8 travel beds. If it is not enough, you can also choose a trailer, which is a sharp weapon for home travel. It is worth mentioning that, SS? SUMMER expects the domestic price to be 280,000-360,000, and plans to go public in the second half of 20021.
Closer to the user is SS? Dolphin, Chinese name "Dolphin", based on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette? C 1 has a convertible version and a hardtop two-seat version, and it is divided into two versions: the imported version and the domestic version. SS imported from the whole vehicle? 6.2L for dolphin power? V8 self-priming engine, but it can only meet the national five emission standards, and the domestic price is 3.75 million yuan; The domestic version is made by BYD Xi 'an Factory, and the power is also provided by Foday Power 1.5T? PHEV plug-in hybrid meets the national emission standards, and can be licensed nationwide as a new energy AF green brand without purchase tax. The domestic price is 598,000 yuan.
In addition, users buy domestic SS? Dolphins bring their own charging piles and household electricity, which can be fully charged in 3.5 hours, with a pure battery life of 90 kilometers. For the record, SS? Dolphins also adopt a custom mode, including the color of the body and interior, which can be customized. The lead time for mass production is 6 weeks. The first limited edition is expected to be delivered in 20201October 165438+. It is said that there are many celebrity stars among the car owners. The second batch of cars will be delivered in February 20021year.
As can be seen from the above, loose locomotives are based on classic models, adopting modern car-making technology and production standards, and equipped with modern cutting-edge technologies, including intelligent driving assistance and intelligent on-board systems, so that consumers can seamlessly switch between retro appearance and modern technology. Of course, exclusive customization is still the biggest feature of pine locomotives. It is indeed a unique way to build a car by rejecting the common and repeated sample car and pursuing unique personality. Of course, personality needs to pay a higher price. Judging from the pricing of several pine locomotives, it is mainly for stars and high-end car owners, which may be beyond the reach of ordinary consumers.
So from the current form, although these new cars have been listed, the loose locomotives are not the main engine factory after all, and there is no perfect after-sales service team (at least not yet). Once the products enter the market and are used not as collectibles but as vehicles, the service capacity of pine locomotives in the later period must keep up.
It is reported that loose locomotive plans to launch six retro models in the next three years.
Written at the end: The competition in China auto market is fierce. In the era of new energy, car networking and intelligent driving assistance, homogenization has become the biggest "trouble" for users. Many automobile brands are also trying their best to meet the personalized needs of users, but the way of "re-engraving" classic models like Songlocomotive is rare, at least in China. This may be a good idea, but "private customization" has never been mass consumption. In addition, although the products of Matsumoto are attractive, how to arrange the service of the sold products will be a great challenge. We can only wait and see where the loose locomotive will go in the future.
This article comes from car home, the author of the car manufacturer, and does not represent car home's position.