Toyota 1 / X

Visitors Chicago auto show 2008 (February 8 to 17) see a longer commitment of Toyota to develop cars of the future. Premiering in North America, compact hybrid car, the Toyota 1 / X to bring technology into the present future, such as PR Newswire released from Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.., Wednesday (6 / 2).
Called 'Se-per-X' because of weight, fuel consumption and emissions of each fraction of the other cars in its class. Toyota 1 / X features an aerodynamic design, very lightweight, while still maintaining the interior space of the Toyota Prius. While weighing only a third of the Prius. Application materials of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (carbon fiber reinforced plastic / CFRP) to body frame yields a strong but light to heavy duty 420 kg empty.
Aerodynamic shape and unique cabin design result in smaller pillars. Passengers are pampered with better visibility, the atmosphere is more open and less confined, more bright and radiant. CFRP is much stronger than traditional metals, creating a structure that functions like a shock absorber to absorb energy during an impact.
Consideration of environmental conservation covering the entire design process of this car since the first scratch made. The car that first appeared at the Tokyo Motor Show 2007 that uses a roof made from bio-plastics. This environmentally friendly material made from kenaf and ramie fiber plant. The roof material is filled with such excellence, fewer carbon emissions, improve heat insulation, increases the amount of light entering and more quiet. Kenaf fiber material is also used vehicles Toyota i-Real concept is phenomenal.
There are four ultra-lightweight seats made of polyester fibers, knitted three-dimensionally for added comfort. The material functions like a spring or damper, creating a cushion-like feel with the traditional weight for all occupants.
Ultra-light weight to help achieve the target fuel consumption should be two times higher than the Prius-one of the most efficient car in the world-and allow 1 / X to operate with very small hybrid engine that is stored under the rear seat. Hybrid Systems 1 / X combines the technology rechargeable plug-in hybrid with flex-fuel 500cc engine that weighs a quarter weight of the Prius engine. The concept of hybrid plug-ins designed to accommodate a lithium-ion battery that would be rechargeable at home. This allows the Toyota 1 / X a distance of 960 km with a small tank containing four gallons (15 liters) of gasoline with equivalent acceleration capabilities Prius.
Maintain pedestrian safety and traffic flow in the opposite direction, using the lights do not glare Toyota. Lamp LED system dominated the front. The LED light helps reduce the glare caused by ordinary light. In the afternoon, all the LEDs glow softly illuminates the face.
Light weight gives designers the freedom to use the tires are smaller and thinner that helps reduce water splash during the rainy season. Tire groove is designed so that water splashes do not lead to pedestrians.
Toyota 1 / X is another example of how Toyota's commitment to designing environmentally friendly vehicles, safe and innovative.

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