The Japanese brand presented in Detroit a futuristic, 100% electric and utilitarian concept – it knows the Toyota uBox.
The result of a partnership between Toyota and the International Automotive Research Center at Clemson University, USA, the Toyota uBox is a prototype of the future, designed to meet the needs of a younger population in 2020 – the “Generation Z”.
The two-year project resulted in a familiar and utilitarian model. On the outside, the design philosophy resorts to geometric shapes, where sharp lines, “suicide doors” (counter-opening), LED lights active even during the day and a glass roof supported by a carbon fiber structure stand out. and aluminum.
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To meet the needs of everyday life, inside the cabin you can choose the seat configuration (for more comfort or space for luggage). In addition, some details on the doors, instrument panel and ventilation can be elaborated using 3D printing technology, which is much more accessible.As for the engines, the Toyota uBox is equipped with an electric motor, whose power and autonomy have not been revealed. The prototype will be on display until tomorrow (14/04) at the Cobo Center in Detroit.