Japanese and foreign car manufacturers offer a glimpse of the future as they unveil their latest eco-friendly and unique next-generation concept cars as the 43rd Tokyo Motor Show. The biennial event at the Tokyo Big Sight venue features 426 vehicles from 178 firms, both up slightly from the previous event in 2011.
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo: 7272) announced today it has begun accepting orders for a high-performance electric motor prototype that is capable of producing the industry-leading high power density for automobiles and other types of vehicles. The compact unit generates up to 200kW in output thanks to a high-efficiency segment conductor and advanced casting and processing technologies that Yamaha has cultivated over many years.
Yamaha will customize the prototype to the specific needs of individual customers and deliver in short time spans utilizing production technology that the company flexibly adapts to its various product groups, including motorcycles.
Going forward, Yamaha expects to deepen its knowledge of evolving market needs by adapting the motor to the requirements of individual customers.
This initiative is part of Yamaha Motor’s “Transforming Mobility” business strategy, which the company announced together with its long-term vision to 2030 under the banner of “ART for Human Possibilities” on December 11, 2018.
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Self Balancing Motorcycle of the Future is more like a car
You can call this a two-wheeled car or self-balancing motorcycle, from Lingyun Technology.
This is not the first time a two-wheeled car has been attempted. Many have tried and failed; most recently being Lit Motors, which started with a similar concept and ran out of money. But this one is promised to make it to production by 2020.
Features
The futuristic interior provides the elegance of a luxury car and comforts you wont find in any motorcycle.
The touch-screen allows you to interact with the self-driving mode, monitor battery levels, and control your smartphone.
The left door provides a dock for your smartphone and controls for the self-driving mode.
The joystick driving system is on the other door, it's nothing like drving a car or a motorcycle. A version with a steering wheel will also be available.
Price
The gyrocar will cost around $16,000 if assembly lines can produce 10,000 units a year. The previous version, with a steering wheel and brake, will probably hit showrooms first.
The primary obstacle to the gyro car’s mass appeal is whether it’s legally a car or a motorcycle. This is because current rules don’t address two-wheeled gyrocars.
Specs
The gyrocar can reach a speed of 100 kph, equal to 62 mph. While its battery has a range of 100 kilometers.
There are plans for the batteries to be removable and rechargeable at home.
Although this is a copy of Lit Motors' plans we are glad that at least one company made it to the finish line.
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