Toyota Launches Fine-Comfort Ride Concept Vehicle
The Toyota Motor Corporation have recently launched the “Fine-Comfort Ride” which is a fuel cell vehicle (FCV) that utilizes the advanced use of hydrogen and renewable energy for use in cars. The concept employs a flexible layout which is unique to electric-powered vehicles and a large amount of available electric power using hydrogen as an energy source. The vehicle offers great environmental performance by discharging no CO2 or substances of concern while in operation while also providing a generous cruising range with a hydrogen refueling time of about three minutes. In terms of design, the Fine-Comfort Ride utilizes a diamond-shaped cabin that narrows towards the rear while being wider from the front to the centre of the vehicle which maximizes the space of the second row seats and aerodynamic performance. The car adopts an in-wheel motor and positions the wheels at the very corner of the vehicle. Inside, The Agent function and the touch display are arranged around both front seats which themselves allow for flexible adjustment according to posture while the displays allow the driver and passengers to freely access information. Additionally, the Fine-Comfort Ride provides a smooth, quiet ride and can achieve a cruising range of approximately 1,000 km. Toyota is expected to display the new concept vehicle at Tokyo Big Sight during the 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017 which begins October 25th.
