In recent days, Japanese automakers have been releasing the details of concept cars to be unveiled at the upcoming 2007 Tokyo Motor Show (October 26 to November 11). Here is a roundup of some of the more fantastic designs.
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- Toyota RiN
(Toyota RiN)
Designed to promote harmony with nature and evoke a warm, fuzzy feeling inside, the eco-friendly Toyota RiN concept car features heated ergonomic seats, an oxygen level regulator, a spot humidifier, a “mood training” steering control system that monitors the driver’s psychological state, and greenish glass that protects against UV and infrared light while enhancing the natural beauty of the view outside. The exterior design was inspired by Japan’s old-growth Cryptomeria trees known as yakusugi, which are found on Yakushima island, a natural World Heritage Site known for its pristine, ancient forests.
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- Toyota Hi-CT
(Toyota Hi-CT)
The Toyota Hi-CT, billed as a cool and fun next-generation urban assault vehicle, is built specifically for narrow city streets and features a hybrid engine you charge by plugging into a wall outlet. Batteries are stored under the floor for a more compact, upright design, and interior 100V AC outlets provide passengers a convenient way to power their portable electronic devices. The rear deck is big enough to haul bicycles and surfboards, or it can be outfitted with a detachable luggage trunk.
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- Mazda Taiki
(Mazda Taiki)
The hyper-aerodynamic Mazda Taiki is the fourth vehicle in Mazda’s Nagare series of cars based on the concept of “flow.” Inspired by Japanese koinobori (decorative carp-shaped streamers), Taiki’s design is meant to visually express the flow of air (incidentally, taiki means “atmosphere” in Japanese). With outstanding environmental and driving performance, Taiki’s next-generation rotary engine and front-engine rear-drive layout may well figure into Mazda’s future sports cars designed to help achieve a more sustainable society.
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- Honda PUYO
(Honda PUYO)
The eco-friendly design of the Honda PUYO fuel-cell vehicle is meant to create a soft, friendly impression and entertain the occupants as well as the people around it. The “seamless soft box” design gives PUYO a spacious interior and the charm of a cute pet that begs to be touched. PUYO’s “gel body” made from soft materials is designed to enhance safety, while embedded headlights and other illumination shine through the soft, translucent skin in the hope of fostering a more tender relationship between human and machine.
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- Nissan Pivo 2
(Nissan Pivo 2)
Like Nissan’s original Pivo, the electric-powered Pivo 2’s four individually-powered wheel units turn 90 degrees to move the car in any direction, while the 360-degree rotating cabin allows the driver to face forward at all times. Pivo 2’s most notable upgrade is the dashboard-mounted NEC Papero robotic agent who can carry on conversations and read facial expressions to monitor the driver’s condition. In addition to assisting with basic vehicle functions, Papero can help navigate streets and look for parking spaces, suggest where to stop for coffee if the driver looks sleepy, and lighten the mood by nodding and acting happy. (Watch video of Pivo 2.)
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- Daihatsu Mud Master-C
(Daihatsu Mud Master-C)
Daihatsu worked with mountain bike star Raita Suzuki to design the Mud Master-C, a compact and lightweight transporter ideally suited for MTB support duty. The Mud Master-C features a tough body-on-frame construction, an innovative hub reduction system and 16-inch off-road tires that provide more than 37 cm (14.5 inches) of ground clearance, allowing it to venture deep into mountain bike territory. Three giant gull-wing doors make it a snap to load and unload cargo.
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- Mitsubishi i MIEV Sport
(Mitsubishi i MIEV Sport)
A pair of in-wheel motors drive the front two wheels of the eco-friendly Mitsubishi i MIEV Sport electric minicar, while another motor drives the rear wheels. The i MIEV Sport has a range of 200 kilometers (120 miles) and is powered by lithium ion batteries, with extra juice provided by auxiliary solar cells mounted on the roof, a generating fan mounted in the front grille, and a regenerative braking system that recovers energy as the car slows down. Further efficiency is achieved with power-saving LEDs and heat-absorbing window glass, and the interior features lots of bioplastic components.
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- Suzuki X-HEAD
(Suzuki X-HEAD)
The versatile Suzuki X-HEAD crossover utility vehicle is built for off-road adventure and city cruising, and can be outfitted with a variety of load-bed units suitable for different situations. The “Camper” unit can be attached to provide sleeping space for two adults, the “Fashion” unit allows for stylish urban mobility, and the “Rescue” unit is ideal for emergency rescue operations in extreme environments.
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- Suzuki Sustainable Mobility (PIXY + SSC)
(Suzuki Sustainable Mobility (PIXY + SSC))
Suzuki’s Sustainable Mobility concept vehicle consists of two units — a low-speed personal transport pod called the “PIXY” and a minicar-based mobility unit called the “Suzuki Sharing Coach” (SSC). Ideal for short trips around town, the PIXY is designed to transport individuals along sidewalks and into buildings. The PIXY fits inside the SSC for longer trips, and a shared control system allows the driver to operate the SSC from inside the PIXY. The PIXY can also be coupled with a sports car unit called the SSF and a boat unit called the SSJ.
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2007东京梦幻概念车展
近日，日本汽车制造商发布了在即将举行的2007年东京汽车展示会（10月26日-11月11日）上亮相的概念车细节。本文汇总介绍几款设计尤为奇幻的汽车。
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丰田 Rin
(丰田Rin)
秉持与大自然和谐共融的设计理念，致力营造内部温暖舒适感，丰田Rin环保概念车独有符合人工体学的温度控制座椅，氧气调节器，局部加湿器，更有“情绪引导”驾驶控制系统，能监测到驾驶者心理状态。绿色车窗玻璃除了能让窗外的景色看起来更美丽之外，还能有效抵挡紫外线及红外线。车身外部设计灵感来源于日本古老树种屋久杉，日语中叫做yakusugi。该树种是在屋久岛上被发现的，该岛以古老的原生自然森林被列入世界自然遗址名录。
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- 丰田Hi-CT
（丰田Hi-CT）
丰田Hi-CT被誉为奇趣的新一代都市突击酷车，专为狭窄的城市街道设计，特有混合发动机，可以直接用壁装电源插座充电。电池被安装在汽车底板下方，使其更加紧凑直立。内部设有100伏AC电源插座，便于乘客为其携带的电器充电。车身后部空间充裕，足以拖动几辆脚踏车和冲浪板，也可以装载独立行李箱。
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- 马自达Taiki
（马自达Taiki）
具备超强空气动力系统的马自达Taiki是马自达公司推出的以“流动”为设计概念的Nagare系列第四款概念车。其设计灵感来源于日本的鲤鱼幡-koinobori(鲤鱼形状的旗饰），Taiki设计旨在视觉表达空气的流动（taiki在日语中正好是“大气”的意思）。凭借卓越的环境适应力和驾驶性能，Taiki的新一代回转引擎，前置引擎和后轮转动模式系统完全可以列入大众化市场定位的马自达未来运动跑车系列。
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-本田PUYO
（本田 PUYO）
秉承环保设计理念的本田PUYO油箱概念车旨在营造柔和友好的印象，使乘客和旁观者都赏心悦目。“密封软盒子”的设计使得PUYO拥有宽敞的内部空间，看起来就像一只渴求被人抚触的可爱宠物。用软材料制作的“胶化车体”能提高安全性能，内嵌式车前灯及其它照明光可以穿透柔软，半透明的车身外壳，将光线柔和地映射出来。这一设计概念旨在提升人与机器之间的柔和亲密度。
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-尼桑 Pivo 2
（尼桑 Pivo 2）
Pivo 2概念车与尼桑第一款Pivo车相似，均采用电力发电，四个车轮可独立发电，并能做90度转动，车身可向任何方向行进。同时，车身可做360度旋转，驾驶者随时都能面向前方。Pivo 2最令人瞩目的革新在于其采用了NEC Papero机器人导航仪表系统，可与驾驶者进行对话，并可通过读取驾驶者面部表情来监测其状态。除支持基本汽车功能以外，Papero还具备街道导航功能，能自动寻找停车位置。如果驾驶者面露疲倦，它还可以告知附近哪里有咖啡店以供休息，并且会点头做出快乐的表情，从而使驾驶者心情快乐。（观看Pivo 2视频）
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-大发Mud Master-C
（大发 Mud Master-C）
大发工业株式会社与知名登山脚踏车选手Raita Suzuki共同设计研发了Mud Master-C。其车身紧凑，重量轻，非常适合各种险恶地势的运输任务。Mud Master-C具备坚固的大梁结构，革命性的hub reduction系统和16英寸越野胎，这些条件使其能实现37cm（14.5英寸）以上的离地高度。 即使在只能用登山脚踏车才能涉足的险恶地势中也能够行动自如。另外，3扇巨大的鸥形伸展翼门也使其可以快捷便利地装货及卸货。
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-三菱 i MIEV Sport
（三菱 i MIEV Sport）
秉持环保设计概念的三菱 i Miev Sport微型电力跑车配有轮胎内置式双马达，一台用来驱动前轮，另一台用来驱动后轮。i Miev Sport的跑程为200公里（120英里），使用锂电池发电，车顶上配备的辅助太阳能电池还可供给其额外所需的汽油。车前罩内装有发电风机，车内配置的再生制动系统能在车速降低时自动恢复加速所需的能量。另外，节能LEDs,吸热车窗以及车内众多生物塑胶配件更是使其如虎添翼，性能倍增。
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-铃木X-HEAD
（铃木 X-HEAD）
铃木X-HEAD多功能概念车多才多艺，不仅同时具备越野车和城市跑车功能，更能搭配适合不同环境的负荷配件组合。搭配后，独立的露营组合可以提供2位成年人所需的睡眠空间。时尚组合可以引领都市时尚潮流。另外还有救护组合，使其能在极端恶劣环境中进行急救手术。
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-铃木Sustainable Mobility(PIXY+SSC)
（铃木 Sustainable Mobility（PIXY+SSC））
铃木Sustainable Mobility概念车由两个部分组成-- 一个慢速个人交通运输舱-“PIXY”以及一个迷你共享运动舱-”Suzuki Sharing Coach"(SSC). 该车非常适合城市短途驾驶。PIXY的设计旨在便利个人驾驶，使其无论是在人行道旁或是建筑物内都能够运动自如。如将PIXY装入SSC内就可做更远程驾驶。同时，该车还拥有共享驾驶系统，坐在PIXY内就可以驾驶SSC。另外，PIXY也可组合安装在跑车舱-SSF内部或是小艇舱-SSJ内部。