Mazda to Exhibit Hakaze Concept Car in Geneva

6th February, 2007

Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the world premiere of the new Hakaze design concept at the 77th annual Geneva International Motor Show (Salon International de l’Auto de Genève) to be held from Thursday, 8th March through Sunday, 18th March, 2007.

Hakaze is the third design concept of the series developed around the ‘Nagare’ design language, joining the Mazda Nagare and Mazda Ryuga which were revealed earlier this motor show season. Even when standing still, Hakaze seems to be effortlessly cutting through the air. Outside, the side body panels are textured to give the impression of sand dunes rippled by the wind and the body shape reveals a muscular and taut look. The rear part of its roof is removable which gives it a feel similar to a roadster. The interior seat layout is unique, as the rear seats slide forward with their lower cushions under the front seats to produce a spacious luggage compartment.