Tokyo Motor Show
The Tokyo Motor Show began today (press only-open to public starting 10/23-11/4) and of course there were many new concept cars unveiled. Many automakers had decided not to participate in this show due financial difficulties but those that have exhibits there are trying to make the most of the situation. Lexus is showing off the LF-A super car with a 500 horsepower engine. I was reading alittle about the LF-A at topspeed.com and people aren’t saying nice things. They don’t like the look of it and aren’t buying the super car advertising of it as well.
Another concept car unveiled at this show is the Toyota FT-86. This is a compact, rear-wheel drive sports car that supposedly provides “driving joy and excitement. Also the Toyota FT-EV II was introduced which is a compact electric vehicle designed for short distances.
Mazda also are showing off a new concept as well as a new engine and transmission at the Tokyo Motor Show. The Mazda Kiyora has a Mazda Sky-G engine and Sky-Drive transmission, which are both being debuted at the Tokyo show as well. The Sky-G engine has greatly improved fuel economy due to thermal efficiency.
I’m sure there will be more talk of the Tokyo Motor Show as the week goes on, but I thought this was some good information about some new concepts. The thing is that I feel like most of these concepts have the same ideas. They are smaller, with more power and better gas mileage. I guess that’s what people want.