Fiat is involved in the New Air 2009

Promoted by Regione Lombardia, Automobile Club of Milan and the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, the international event provides a rich program of conferences and seminars on sustainable transport, as well as setting up exhibition areas and areas dedicated to testing a car with minimal environmental impact.

On Saturday 13 and Sunday June 14, Fiat will offer test drives in three Fiat 500 PUR-O2 emulating the low speed of city driving so users can benefit from the new "Start & Stop" functions and the most modern techniques of eco-driving.

Using the software eco:Drive you can download the data from your drive to see just how eco-friendly a driver your really are. The system analyses your driving style and provides personalised tips on how to maximise your driving behavior to reduce the environmental impact of cars in terms of CO 2 emissions and fuel consumption.

In addition, Fiat will offer the visitors a range of other options for drivers including the Grande Punto Natural Power, dual power supply methane - gasoline, plus a Bravo Panda and a new range of LPG.

The PUR O2 approved Euro5, can boast the lowest emissions in the gasoline range of Fiat 500 (113 g / km) and is the only car of its segment to be equipped with the "Start & Stop " system.

In these situations, typical of congested traffic in urban areas and at traffic lights, the system automatically switches off the petrol engine, thus allowing a 12% reduction in fuel consuption. As soon as you release the brake pedal or the gear engaged, the system will restart the engine promptly to ensure an immediate response to commands. Not to mention that the "Start & Stop" offers additional advantages in terms of the passenger comfort due to minimised vibration and noise.