Public Debut for Hybrid MG TF on MIRA stand at Autosport International

10 January 2004

The world's first hybrid MG TF is on display on the MIRA stand (Hall 9, Stand 9455) at the Autosport International Show, running at the Birmingham NEC from Jan 8-11th 2004. This is the public's first opportunity to view the acclaimed MG TF Hybrid Performance Development (MG TF 200 HPD). Designed and developed by MIRA, the car redefines hybrid perceptions by injecting real pace on demand, turning the TF200 HPD into an all-wheel-drive 200Ps thrill machine, with green credentials.

The exciting new technology concept was originally unveiled on October 22, at the Motorsport Industy Association's 'Clean Racing Conference', by Rob Oldaker, Product Development Director, MG Rover Group and John Wood, Managing Director, MIRA. The 'Hybrid Performance Development' is a petrol/electric powered MG TF featuring a combined output of 200Ps deployed through its four road wheels. MIRA engineers in consultation with MG Rover Group have produced the '200 HPD' specification, derived from the popular MG TF sports car, producing functional and environmental benefits, with a wider performance capability potential for motorsport.

John Wood added, "We conceived the idea to produce an enhanced performance car that anticipated environmental requirements, while expanding today's sports car driving experience. The car achieves this with 'responsible performance' where the innovative hybrid solution sharpens acceleration, at no expense in tailpipe emissions, yet also offers customer benefits like all-wheel-drive traction and the low-speed clutchless operation of 'City Mode'.

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