Dans un monde automobile où les constructeurs parlent de plus en plus d’électrification et d’économie d’essence, certains véhicules continuent pourtant d’assumer complètement l’excès. Hypercars de plus de 1 000 chevaux, énormes VUS de luxe ou puissants pick-ups américains : ces machines privilégient la performance, le prestige et la puissance avant toute considération écologique. Résultat: leur consommation de carburant peut atteindre des niveaux impressionnants, surtout lors d’une conduite sportive ou en ville.
CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 08: 2020 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro is on display at the 111th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 8, 2019. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 08: 2018 Nissan Armada is on display at the 110th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 8, 2018. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat performance muscle car at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 09: General Motors introduces the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 at the Chicago Auto Show on February 9, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. The show opened for media previews today. It is open to the general public February 11. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)WOODSTOCK, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 01: An Aston Martin DBX707 luxury SUV is displayed during the Salon Prive 2023 at Blenheim Palace on September 01, 2023 in Woodstock, England. The four-day annual event is the UK’s longstanding celebration of all things motor, with rare collector cars and luxury brands, and culminating in a public day showcasing supercars and classics on September 2. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)WOODSTOCK, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 01: A Ferrari Purosangue is displayed during the Salon Prive 2023 at Blenheim Palace on September 01, 2023 in Woodstock, England. The four-day annual event is the UK’s longstanding celebration of all things motor, with rare collector cars and luxury brands, and culminating in a public day showcasing supercars and classics on September 2. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)BARCELONA, SPAIN – May 19: The Mercedes-AMG 63, a G-Class off-road vehicle manufactured in Austria by Magna Steyr and sold by the German automotive brand Mercedes Benz, being exhibited at the Automobile Barcelona International Motor Show on May 19, 2023, in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Joan Cros/NurPhoto via Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 23: The 2026 MotorTrend SUV of the year, the Cadillac Escalade IQ is on display during the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on November 23, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 09: 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is on display at the 110th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 9, 2018. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)Joseph R. Hinrichs, Executive Vice President and President of the Americas for Ford Motor Company unveils the new Ford F150 Raptor during a press conference at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 12, 2015. AFP PHOTO/GEOFF ROBINS (Photo credit should read GEOFF ROBINS/AFP via Getty Images)A woman cleans the side of the 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX on display at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on November 17, 2022. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Bentley Bentayga Speed luxury perfromance SUV on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 30: A Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan Series II is displayed at the Mayfair dealership showroom on October 30, 2025 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)BEESD, NETHERLANDS – SEPTEMBER 14: Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster open supercar on display during the 2024 Wheels at Mariënwaerdt car show on September 14 in Beesd, The Netherlands. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)HATFIELD, UNITED KINDOM – MAY 11: The incredibly rare one-of-one Bugatti Chiron Super Sport ‘Le Diamant Noir’ at HROwen in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Hatfield is the main hub destination for HROwen with their main HQ being based there. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)
Depuis toujours, les constructeurs automobiles cherchent à repousser les limites de la vitesse et de la technologie. Les hypercars modernes représentent aujourd’hui le sommet de l’ingénierie mécanique, combinant puissance extrême, aérodynamisme avancé et matériaux ultralégers. Certaines voitures dépassent désormais les 400 km/h, un chiffre autrefois réservé aux voitures de course.
Des marques prestigieuses comme Bugatti, Koenigsegg, SSC ou Hennessey se livrent une bataille spectaculaire pour créer la voiture la plus rapide du monde. Ces modèles exclusifs sont produits en très petites quantités et coûtent souvent plusieurs millions de dollars. Au-delà de leurs performances incroyables, elles incarnent aussi le luxe, l’innovation et le rêve automobile ultime. Voici une sélection des 15 voitures les plus rapides au monde, véritables chefs-d’œuvre de vitesse et de technologie moderne.
BEESD, NETHERLANDS – SEPTEMBER 13: Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+ hypercar on display during the 2025 Wheels at Mariënwaerdt car show on September 13 in Beesd, The Netherlands. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)UNITED STATES – OCTOBER 05: California International Auto Show in Anaheim, United States on October 05, 2005 – Saleen S7 beryllium twin turbo at the California International Auto Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. The 750 HP supercar is priced at $575,000. (Photo by Mike FANOUS/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)The Tesla Roadster is on display at the Tesla Giga Texas manufacturing facility during the « Cyber Rodeo » grand opening party on April 7, 2022 in Austin, Texas. – Tesla welcomed throngs of electric car lovers to Texas on April 7 for a huge party inaugurating a « gigafactory » the size of 100 professional soccer fields. (Photo by SUZANNE CORDEIRO / AFP) (Photo by SUZANNE CORDEIRO/AFP via Getty Images)BEESD, NETHERLANDS – SEPTEMBER 14: Porsche 918 Spyder plug-inhybrid hypercar on display during the 2024 Wheels at Mariënwaerdt car show on September 14 in Beesd, The Netherlands. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)HATFIELD, UNITED KINDOM – FEBRUARY 27: The Ferrari 849 Testarossa Spider at HROwen Ferrari in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The Ferrari 849 Testarossa Spider is the predecessor to the Ferrari SF90 Stradale. Hatfield is the main hub destination for HROwen with their main HQ being based there. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)HATFIELD, UNITED KINDOM – APRIL 11: The Lamborghini Revuelto is displayed at HROwen Lamborghini on April 11,2026 in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Hatfield is the main hub destination for HROwen with their main HQ being based there. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)CHICHESTER, UNITED KINDOM – JULY 8: The Pagani Huayra Roadster BC seen at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2021 on July 8th in Chichester, England. The annual automotive event is hosted by Lord March at his Goodwood Estate. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 03: An Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar is displayed during the London Concours 2025 at the Honourable Artillery Company on June 03, 2025 in London, England. The show is a luxurious automotive garden party hosted right in the heart of the City displaying some of the world’s most precious cars with themes of style, craftsmanship, luxury and motoring. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – FEBRUARY 26: A 2019 blue McLaren Speedtail Hypercar / Hyper-GT is displayed in the Supercar Avenue, Adrenaline Zone exhibition during the Geneva Motor Show 2024 at Palexpo on February 26, 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. The 2024 Geneva Motor Show opens today for the first time in five years. The event last took place in 2019 with the coronavirus pandemic forcing organisers to cancel the 2020 show just days before the show was due to open. This year’s Show will be a smaller affair with just four major manufacturers confirmed to attend. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)CHICHESTER, UNITED KINDOM – JULY 12: The Koenigsegg Agera RSN at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2018. Dubbed the Agera RSN, this car is one of the final Agera models to be made by Koenigsegg. What sets this apart, is instead of the standard Agera RS engine, which is a 5.0-liter, twin-turbocharged V8 delivering 1,160 horsepower and 944 lb ft of torque, the one-off Agera RSN uses the optional one-megawatt engine from the One:1. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 10: Bugatti Bolide Type 35 Hommage track-only sports car on display at the AutoSalon on January 10, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Rimac Nevera R all-electric battery-powered sports car on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)WOODSTOCK, UNITED KINDOM – AUGUST 31: The Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster making its world debut at Salon Prive, held at Blenheim Palace. Each year some of the rarest cars are displayed on the lawns of the palace, in the UK’s most exclusive Concours d’Elegance. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)CHICHESTER, UNITED KINDOM – JUNE 23: The Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut seen at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2022 on June 23rd in Chichester, England. The annual automotive event is hosted by Lord March at his Goodwood Estate. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)
Choisir une voiture lorsqu’on est étudiant peut être difficile, surtout avec un budget limité et les nombreuses dépenses liées aux études. La voiture idéale doit être économique à l’achat, peu coûteuse en carburant, fiable et abordable à entretenir. Les étudiants recherchent aussi souvent un véhicule pratique pour les déplacements quotidiens, les longs trajets vers l’université ou encore les sorties entre amis.
CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 10: 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage GT is on display at the 109th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 10, 2017. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)DETROIT, MI – JANUARY 11: The Kia Forte is revealed to the news media during the 2016 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS ) January 11, 2016 in Detroit, Michigan. The NAIAS runs from on January 11, 2016 in Detroit, Michigan. The NAIAS runs from January 11th to January 24th and will feature over 750 vehicles and interactive displays. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – MARCH 06: Subaru Impreza is displayed during the second press day at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show on March 6, 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland. (Photo by Robert Hradil/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 10: Volkswagen Golf hatchback car on display at the AutoSalon on January 10, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Ford Focus compact hatchback family car on display at Brussels Expo on January 9, 2020 in Brussels, Belgium. The Fourth generation Focus is available as 5 door hatchback, 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CA – NOVEMBER 28: The new 2014 Chevy Spark EV electric vehicle is unveiled during the Los Angeles Auto show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CA – NOVEMBER 18: The new Hyundai Elantra is revealed at the two-day media preview event for the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 18, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. More than 20 North American debuts, as well as green and new alternative fuel technology vehicles, are being featured. The 10-day LA Auto Show begins November 19 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)PARIS, FRANCE – SEPTEMBER 29: A new Kia Rio automobile sits on display during the first press day of the Paris Motor Show on September 29, 2016, in Paris, France. The Paris Motor Show will showcase the latest models from the auto industry’s leading manufacturers at the Paris Expo exhibition centre. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images)VIENNA, AUSTRIA – JANUARY 16: A Mazda 3 is seen during the Vienna Drive at Messe Wien, as part of Vienna Holiday Fair, on January 16, 2025 in Vienna, Austria. The Vienna Drive will be held January 16-19, 2025 (Photo by Manfred Schmid/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Toryota Yaris compact hatchback car on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 08: The new 3-door Hyundai Accent lies on display at the Chicago Auto Show February 8, 2006 in Chicago, Illinois. Speaking in the background (Rear-Center-R) is Hyundai’s John F. Krafcik, vice president, Product Development and Strategic Planning. The Chicago Auto Show opens to the public February 10 and runs through February 19. (Photo by Tim Boyle/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 9: Honda Civic on display at Brussels Expo on January 9, 2020 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)DETROIT, MI, – JANUARY 15: The Nissan Versa Note is revealed at the 2013 North American International Auto Show media preview January 15, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. Approximately 6000 members of the media from 68 countries are attending the show this year. The 2013 NAIAS opens to the public January 19th. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)BOSTON, MA – JANUARY 17: The 2020 Toyota Corolla is seen at the 2019 New England International Auto Show Press Preview at Boston Convention & Exhibition Center on January 17, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Paul Marotta/Getty Images)
Le monde de l’automobile de luxe représente bien plus qu’un simple moyen de transport. Ces voitures d’exception incarnent le prestige, l’innovation et le savoir-faire des plus grands constructeurs de la planète. Conçus avec des matériaux nobles, des technologies avancées et des performances impressionnantes, ces modèles offrent une expérience unique mêlant confort absolu et exclusivité. Certaines sont fabriquées à la main en quantité très limitée, ce qui augmente encore leur valeur et leur rareté.
BEESD, NETHERLANDS – SEPTEMBER 14: Maserati MC20 Cielo open sports car on display during the 2024 Wheels at Mariënwaerdt car show on September 14 in Beesd, The Netherlands. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 02: A view of the 2024 Cadillac Celestiq outside the WSJ. Magazine 2022 Innovator Awards at the Museum of Modern Art on November 02, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for WSJ. Magazine Innovators Awards )VIENNA, AUSTRIA – JANUARY 10: The Lexus LS 500h is displayed during the Vienna Autoshow, as part of Vienna Holiday Fair on January 10, 2018 in Vienna, Austria. The Vienna Autoshow will be held from January 11-14. (Photo by Manfred Schmid/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: BMW i7 full electric executive luxury sedan on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)CAP D’ANTIBES, FRANCE – MAY 25: The Aston Martin DB12 is displayed at the amfAR Cannes Gala 2023 at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 25, 2023 in Cap d’Antibes, France. (Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images for amfAR)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 15: The new Range Rover is seen onstage during The Range Rover Leadership Summit at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on November 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Jaguar Land Rover)HATFIELD, UNITED KINDOM – OCTOBER 08: The Ferrari Purosangue at HROwen Ferrari in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Hatfield is the main hub destination for HROwen with their main HQ being based there. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Lamborghini Revuelto mid-engine plug-in hybrid sports car on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)CHICHESTER, ENGLAND – JULY 10: Visitors view a Pagani Utopia hypercar during the Goodwood Festival of Speed at Goodwood Motor Circuit on July 10, 2025 in Chichester, England. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)At the Paris Festival Automobile International with Concept Cars and Automotive Design Exhibition, BUGATTI exhibits its model BUGATTI LA VOITURE NOIRE January 29, 2020, Paris (Photo by Daniel Pier/NurPhoto via Getty Images)GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – MARCH 06: Bentley Bentayga is displayed during the second press day at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show on March 6, 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland. (Photo by Robert Hradil/Getty Images)LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 30: A Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan Series II is displayed at the Mayfair dealership showroom on October 30, 2025 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)BEESD, NETHERLANDS – SEPTEMBER 14: Mercedes-Maybach S-Class (W223) luxury limousine car on display during the 2024 Wheels at Mariënwaerdt car show on September 14 in Beesd, The Netherlands. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)SYDNEY, NSW – OCTOBER 18: The Bentley Flying Spur is displayed at the Australian International Motorshow at the Darling Harbour Exhibiton Centre October 18, 2005 in Sydney, Australia. The Australian International Motorshow is one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere with numerous production models and concept vehicles making their Asia-Pacific Debut. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 30: A Rolls-Royce Phantom is displayed at the Mayfair dealership showroom on October 30, 2025 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)
Les VUS continuent de dominer le marché automobile, particulièrement auprès des familles et des conducteurs recherchant confort, polyvalence et espace. Avec l’évolution des besoins, plusieurs constructeurs proposent aujourd’hui des modèles gigantesques capables d’accueillir jusqu’à huit passagers tout en offrant un immense espace de chargement. Que ce soit pour les longs voyages, le transport d’équipement sportif ou simplement pour profiter d’un maximum de confort, certains VUS repoussent les limites de l’habitabilité.
CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 13: 2016 Honda Pilot at the 107th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on FEBRUARY 13, 2015. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)DETROIT, MICHIGAN – SEPTEMBER 13: A 2024 Chevrolet Traverse is shown at the General Motors exhibit at the 2023 North American International Detroit Auto Show on September 13, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. The show, which features 35 brands and an indoor EV track, opens to the public on September 16 and continues through September 24. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)Detroit, Michigan, USA, 14 January 2026, The 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid X-Line on display at the Detroit Auto Show. (Photo by: Jim West/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)The 2026 Hyundai Palisade unveiling during the press preview of the International Auto Show at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City on April 16, 2025. Tariff talk dominated the Automotive Forum on April 15, held just ahead of the annual New York International Auto Show. US President Donald Trump’s aggressive but fast-changing trade policy has foisted difficult questions on carmakers that they have not yet been forced to answer. While Trump has retreated from some of his most onerous tariffs, carmakers are on the hook for 25 percent levies on auto imports that went into effect on April 3. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP) (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images)FARNBOROUGH, ENGLAND – AUGUST 15: A KIA EV9 all electric 7 seater SUV is displayed during the British Motor Show 2024 at Farnborough International Exhibition Centre on August 15, 2024 in Farnborough, England. The annual event showcases every type of car from classics, supercars to modified and motorsport, as well as the latest new cars along with entertainment, live action and driving experiences. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 13: Infiniti QX80 at the 107th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on FEBRUARY 13, 2015. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)Naperville, UNITED STATES: A Nissan Armada truck sits on the lot of a Chevrolet dealer 06 July, 2006, in Naperville, Illinois. General Motors (GM), the maker of Chevrolet, announced that its chief financial officer will head a special group to study a potential three-way alliance with France’s Renault and Japan’s Nissan, and the matter will be discussed by GM directors on 07 July. A GM spokeswoman declined to say whether the group, headed by chief financial officer Fritz Henderson, would have a preliminary report ready for the board of directors meeting. « They’re doing some preliminary homework, » GM spokeswoman Toni Simonetti told AFP. AFP PHOTO/Jeff HAYNES (Photo credit should read JEFF HAYNES/AFP via Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 25: Toyota shows off their 2023 Sequoia during the Los Angeles Auto Show on November 25, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)The Grand Wagoneer from Jeep is displayed at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on November 18, 2021. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Jeep Wagoneer sport utility vehicle on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CA – NOVEMBER 20: The 2018 Lincoln Navigator is displayed during Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California, United States on November 20, 2016. The Los Angeles Auto Show is the first North American event of the auto show season. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)Amanda Seyfried strikes a pose with a Cadillac Escalade ESV before taking off for her screening of « Nine Lives » (Photo by Amy Graves/WireImage)WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 28: the 2016 GMC Yukon XL is on display during the Washington Auto Show at the Washington Convention Center in Washington DC on January 28, 2016. (Kris Connor/Getty Images)DETROIT, MI – DECEMBER 10: The new 2021 Chevrolet Suburban High Country is revealed by General Motors at Little Caesars Arena on December 10, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
De plus en plus d’automobilistes gardent leur voiture plus longtemps.
Les coûts élevés des véhicules neufs freinent les achats.
Les voitures modernes sont plus fiables et durent davantage.
Les facteurs économiques et logistiques influencent le marché.
Entre budget et écologie, la tendance à la conservation progresse.
Pourquoi tant d’automobilistes décident-ils aujourd’hui de prolonger la durée de vie de leur véhicule?
Entre considérations financières, progrès techniques et choix personnels, la réponse est multiple. Cet article examine les facteurs majeurs qui encouragent la conservation des voitures, leurs implications pour le budget des ménages, l’environnement et le marché automobile, et conclut sur quelques conseils pratiques pour tirer le meilleur parti d’une possession longue durée.
Des raisons économiques évidentes:
La hausse du prix des voitures neuves et l’augmentation des taux d’intérêt rendent l’achat moins attractif. Les mensualités sont plus lourdes, et l’achat d’un modèle mieux équipé augmente non seulement le coût d’acquisition mais aussi celui de l’assurance. Beaucoup de ménages préfèrent donc absorber des réparations ponctuelles plutôt que d’ajouter un engagement financier fixe qui grève le budget mensuel. Conserver un véhicule entièrement remboursé apporte une liberté financière immédiate et permet de redéployer les économies vers d’autres priorités (logement, épargne, vacances).
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La technique joue en faveur de la longévité:
Les progrès en matière de matériaux, de protection anticorrosion et de conception mécanique ont significativement allongé la durée de vie utile des véhicules modernes. Un entretien régulier, des interventions préventives et un suivi attentif de l’état général permettent d’atteindre des kilométrages élevés sans sacrifier la sécurité. Par ailleurs, l’écosystème des réparations: garages indépendants, pièces d’occasion et reconditionnées, offre aujourd’hui des alternatives plus abordables à la concession traditionnelle.
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Des facteurs structurels récents:
La crise des approvisionnements (pénurie de semi-conducteurs, retards logistiques) et la flambée des prix des occasions ont aussi modifié les comportements. Là où auparavant un renouvellement tous les 3-5 ans paraissait naturel, l’accès restreint aux modèles neufs et un marché des voitures d’occasion solide incitent à repousser l’achat. Les conducteurs utilisent davantage leurs véhicules existants, ce qui remet en cause l’idée de les remplacer systématiquement.
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Impacts environnementaux et éthiques:
Produire une voiture neuve exige des ressources: acier, plastiques, batteries, énergie, et génère des émissions polluantes. Prolonger la durée de vie d’un véhicule peut donc réduire l’empreinte écologique liée à la fabrication. Pour certains consommateurs, ce raisonnement s’ajoute aux arguments financiers: garder une voiture plus longtemps devient un acte de réduction matérielle réfléchi.
Conséquences pour le marché:
Une augmentation de la durée moyenne de possession peut ralentir le renouvellement des parcs et affecter les volumes de vente des constructeurs. Les concessionnaires adaptent leurs offres (financements, garanties prolongées, services d’entretien) pour séduire des propriétaires hésitants. En parallèle, le marché des pièces détachées et des réparateurs indépendants se développe et gagne en professionnalisme.
Conseils pratiques pour qui souhaite garder sa voiture plus longtemps:
Respecter le calendrier d’entretien recommandé et prévoir des contrôles périodiques.
Privilégier des réparations de qualité avec pièces certifiées, pour éviter des frais répétés.
Comparer les devis entre concession et garage indépendant; la différence peut être significative.
Anticiper les grosses dépenses (distribution, embrayage, pneus) pour ne pas être pris au dépourvu.
Considérer l’impact environnemental: réparer plutôt que remplacer peut être un choix vertueux.
Conclusion
Conserver sa voiture plus longtemps est un choix pragmatique porté par des facteurs économiques, techniques et personnels. Que ce soit pour réduire ses charges, profiter de véhicules plus fiables ou limiter son empreinte écologique, la tendance à la prolongation de la durée de vie des voitures reflète une évolution durable des mentalités. Et si vous songez à prolonger l’usage du vôtre, l’entretien préventif et une bonne relation avec un garagiste de confiance resteront vos meilleurs alliés.
Depuis des décennies, les voitures sportives fascinent les passionnés d’automobile grâce à leur vitesse, leur design agressif et leurs performances impressionnantes. Certaines sont devenues de véritables icônes mondiales, autant sur les routes que dans les films, les jeux vidéo et la culture populaire. Malgré l’arrivée massive des VUS et des véhicules électriques, plusieurs modèles sportifs continuent de connaître un immense succès commercial à travers le monde.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Subaru BRZ compact coupe sports car on display at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. The BRZ is also marketed as Toyota 86 (Toyota FT86, « nToyota GT86) and as Scion FR-S in the US. Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)VIENNA, AUSTRIA – JANUARY 15: A Honda Civic TypeR is seen during the Vienna Car Show press preview at Messe Wien, as part of Vienna Holiday Fair, on January 15, 2020 in Vienna, Austria. The Vienna Autoshow will be held January 16-19. (Photo by Manfred Schmid/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Red Jaguar F-Type SVR two-seat sports car rear view. The F-Type SVT is fitted with a supercharged 5.0-litre V8 with 567 bhp launching the car from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and to a top speed of 322 km/h. The car is on display at Brussels Expo on January 9, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BEIJING, CHINA – APRIL 24: The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT XX car on display during at the Beijing International Auto Exhibiti on April 24, 2026 in Beijing, China.The biennial showcase, held at the China International Exhibition Center, brings together leading global and domestic automakers to unveil their latest models, concept vehicles, and electric mobility innovations for the world’s largest automotive market. (Photo by Fred Lee/Getty Images)LONDON, UNITED KINDOM – APRIL 17: The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray at Salon Prive London on April 17,2026 held at the Royal Chelsea Hospital in London,England. Many manufactures unveil their newest cars. (Photo by Martyn Lucy/Getty Images)CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – FEBRUARY 06: Toyota shows off their 2020 GR Supra sports car at the Chicago Auto Show on February 06, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois. The show is the largest in the nation. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)VIENNA, AUSTRIA – JANUARY 10: A Audi TT is displayed during the Vienna Autoshow, as part of Vienna Holiday Fair on January 10, 2019 in Vienna, Austria. The Vienna Autoshow will be held from January 10-13. (Photo by Manfred Schmid/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: BMW M3 Touring performance stationwagon at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Subaru WRX STI high performance sedan on display at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. The WRX STI is based on the Subaru Impreza and is directly related to the Subaru Fia World Championship Rally cars. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 8: Nissan GT-R sports car on display at Brussels Expo on January 8, 2020 in Brussels, Belgium. The GT-R is fitted with a 3.8 L twin-turbocharged VR38DETT V6 engine. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 17: A Dodge Challenger is shown at the Brussels Auto Show on January 17, 2024 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Didier Messens/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Mazda MX5 RF compact open top sports car on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)Visitors look at a model of Porsche 911 Turbo S of German automaker Porsche displayed at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 25, 2026. (Photo by CN-STR / AFP via Getty Images) / China OUTCHICAGO – FEBRUARY 10: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro is on display at the 109th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 10, 2017. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 21: The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach E GT is on display during the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on November 21, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)
Les véhicules électriques occupent une place de plus en plus importante dans l’industrie automobile moderne. Grâce aux progrès technologiques, ils offrent aujourd’hui une meilleure autonomie, des performances impressionnantes et des systèmes de recharge plus rapides que jamais. Plusieurs consommateurs choisissent désormais ces modèles afin de réduire leurs dépenses en carburant et leur impact sur l’environnement. Les constructeurs automobiles rivalisent également d’innovation en proposant des voitures électriques adaptées à tous les besoins, allant des petites citadines économiques aux VUS luxueux et puissants.
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – FEBRUARY 26: A Lucid Air Pure fully electric EV car is displayed during the Geneva Motor Show 2024 at Palexpo on February 26, 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. The 2024 Geneva Motor Show opens today for the first time in five years. The event last took place in 2019 with the coronavirus pandemic forcing organisers to cancel the 2020 show just days before the show was due to open. This year’s Show will be a smaller affair with just four major manufacturers confirmed to attend. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)The Rivian R1T arrives on stage as a 2022 Truck of the Year Finalist at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on November 17, 2021. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 10: Audi Q4 e-tron compact luxury crossover battery electric SUV on display at the AutoSalon on January 10, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)FARNBOROUGH, ENGLAND – AUGUST 17: A Mercedes-Benz EQE is displayed during the British Motor Show at Farnborough International Exhibition Centre on August 17, 2023 in Farnborough, England. The family-friendly automotive show features supercar parades, stunt shows, live auctions, expert advice on sustainable motoring options and gives visitors the chance to test drive the latest models. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 25: A general view of an electric Nissan Leaf car ahead of Practice, ahead of the London E-Prix, Round 15 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at ExCel London on July 25, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Simon Galloway/LAT Images for Formula E)LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 28: A BMW i4 M50 fully electric EV car is displayed during the Everything Electric London 2024 at ExCel on March 28, 2024 in London, England. The show, designed to inspire people, includes an array of visitor attractions, dozens of ‘live sessions’ and an exhibition of hundreds of companies, electric vehicles of all types, and a large selection of home energy options. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)The Chevrolet Bolt drives onstage during a press conference at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 9, 2017. / AFP / Geoff Robins (Photo credit should read GEOFF ROBINS/AFP via Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Volkswagen ID.4 GTX full electric SUV car on display at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium.GLENDALE, CA – JUNE 18: A « sold » Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV crossover electric vehicle sits in the showroom of Star Ford Lincoln dealership on June 18, 2022, in Glendale, California. Due to electronic chip shortages, Ford (and other car manufacturers) has been slow to fill orders on all new automobiles, including electric vehicles. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)VIENNA, AUSTRIA – JANUARY 16: A KIA EV6 is seen during the Vienna Drive at Messe Wien, as part of Vienna Holiday Fair, on January 16, 2025 in Vienna, Austria. The Vienna Drive will be held January 16-19, 2025 (Photo by Manfred Schmid/Getty Images)LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 28: A Hyundai Ioniq 5 N fully electric EV Car is displayed during the Everything Electric London 2024 at ExCel on March 28, 2024 in London, England. The show, designed to inspire people, includes an array of visitor attractions, dozens of ‘live sessions’ and an exhibition of hundreds of companies, electric vehicles of all types, and a large selection of home energy options. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)FARNBOROUGH, ENGLAND – AUGUST 15: A BYD Atto 3 all electric EV is displayed during the British Motor Show 2024 at Farnborough International Exhibition Centre on August 15, 2024 in Farnborough, England. The annual event showcases every type of car from classics, supercars to modified and motorsport, as well as the latest new cars along with entertainment, live action and driving experiences. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)FARNBOROUGH, ENGLAND – AUGUST 17: A BYD Dolphin all electric EV is displayed during the British Motor Show at Farnborough International Exhibition Centre on August 17, 2023 in Farnborough, England. The family-friendly automotive show features supercar parades, stunt shows, live auctions, expert advice on sustainable motoring options and gives visitors the chance to test drive the latest models. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 10: Tesla Model 3 battery electric powered mid-size sedan on display at the AutoSalon on January 10, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Tesla Model Y battery electric compact crossover SUV on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people.(Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)
Choisir une voiture familiale ne se résume pas seulement à l’espace intérieur. Les familles recherchent aujourd’hui des véhicules confortables, sécuritaires, économiques et capables de s’adapter à la vie quotidienne. Que ce soit pour les trajets à l’école, les vacances, les activités sportives ou les longs voyages, certains modèles se démarquent par leur polyvalence et leur praticité. Les constructeurs automobiles proposent désormais des VUS, minifourgonnettes et multisegments offrant davantage de technologies de sécurité, de rangements intelligents et de confort pour tous les passagers.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 10: Hyundai Santa Fe full size SUV on display at the AutoSalon on January 10, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – FEBRUARY 10: Kia displays the 2022 Carnival SX Prestige at the Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place convention center on February 10, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. The show, the nation’s largest and longest-running, is open to the public February 12-21. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)DETROIT, MI – JANUARY 10: The Nissan Pathfinder Concept vehicle is shown at the Nissan exhibit during the press preview at the North American International Auto Show at the COBO Center January 10, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. The NAIAS opens to the public January 14th and continues through January 22nd. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: White Volvo XC90 mid-size luxury crossover SUV front view. The T8 plug-in hybrid version has batteries situated at the centre of the vehicle that can be charged using an electric vehicle charger and can also store energy recovered by means of regenerative brakes. The car is on display at Brussels Expo on January 9, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)The new Volkswagen Atlas SUV is seen during the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 9, 2017. / AFP / SAUL LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images)CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 06: General Motors unveils the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse at the Chicago Auto Show February 6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This is the 100th year for the Chicago Auto Show, the nation’s largest. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Ford Explorer EV battery electric compact crossover SUV on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – MARCH 06: Subaru Outback is displayed during the second press day at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show on March 6, 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland. (Photo by Robert Hradil/Getty Images)Honda Odyssey minivan in parking lot, San Ramon, California, January 29, 2023. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CA – DECEMBER 2: Toyota debuts its new Sienna mini-vans during press preview days of the 2009 LA Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on December 2, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. Auto makers are expected to unveil at least 40 North American, concept and world debuts at this year’s show. The LA Auto Show will be open to the public December 4 through December 13. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 23: The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is on display during the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on November 23, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 23: The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro is on display during the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on November 23, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: Honda CR-V e:HEV full hybrid crossover SUV on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)CHICAGO – FEBRUARY 07: Toyota introduces the 2008 Toyota Highlander at the Chicago Auto Show at February 7, 2007 in Chicago, Illinois. The Chicago Auto Show, the largest auto show in North America, opens to the public February 9 and runs through the 18. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Certaines voitures bénéficient d’une réputation impressionnante grâce au marketing, aux réseaux sociaux ou à leur image de prestige. Pourtant, une fois derrière le volant, plusieurs modèles ne répondent pas toujours aux attentes créées autour d’eux. Prix excessif, performances décevantes, fiabilité discutable ou technologies peu convaincantes : certaines voitures sont parfois plus admirées pour leur image que pour leurs qualités réelles.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: MINI Cooper Paul Smith Edition compact car on display at the AutoSalon press preview on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 23: The 2026 MotorTrend SUV of the year, the Cadillac Escalade IQ is on display during the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on November 23, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Audi TT Roadster compact luxury convertible sports car front view on display at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. The Audi TT is available as coupe or roadster with a soft top roof. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Maseratie Ghibli performance sports sedan at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 20: Chevrolet Camaro Is displayed at the Japanese premiere of « Transformers: The Last Knight » at TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku on July 20, 2017 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat performance muscle car at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 15: The new Range Rover is seen onstage during The Range Rover Leadership Summit at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on November 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Jaguar Land Rover)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Nissan GT-R (R35) high performance sports car front view on display at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. The Nissan GT-R is the successor of the Nissan Skyline series and is fitted with a 3.8 L VR38DETT twin-turbo V6 and various electronic options to improve handling. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)DETROIT, MICHIGAN – JANUARY 14: A Ford Bronco RTR is displayed at the Ford exhibit on the show floor at the 2026 Detroit Auto Show on January 14, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. The show features more than 40 brands of vehicles. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)Red Jeep Wrangler 4xe Sahara electric vehicle parked in a lot at Shadelands Business Park, Walnut Creek, California, May 24, 2023. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 13: Toyota GR Supra sports car on display at Brussels Expo on January 13, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 09: The Mercedes Benz G-Class is seen on display in the area reserved for the German car manufacturer during the inauguration of the Brussels Motor Show on January 09, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. The 102nd Brussels Motor Show has firmly established itself on the international calendar, featuring over 60 car brands and more than 20 motorcycle brands, and visited by over 270,000 people. (Photo by Omar Havana/Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 10: BMW XM full-size luxury SUV on display at the AutoSalon on January 10, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 21: The 2026 GMC Hummer EV pickup truck is on display during the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on November 21, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)CORTE MADERA, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 20: A Tesla Cybertruck is displayed at a Tesla dealership on December 20, 2024 in Corte Madera, California. Electric car maker Tesla is recalling 700,000 vehicles over a tire pressure warning system that could fail to warn drivers of low tire pressure. 2024 Cybertrucks, 2017-2025 Model 3 and 2020-2025 Model Y are being recalled. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
