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Old 11-29-11, 07:13 PM
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Honda Micro Commuter Concept
One of Honda‘s numerous reveals today at the Tokyo Motor Show is a wild little concept car referred to as the “Micro Commuter Concept.” An EV designed for personal transportation it is a half-foot shorter in length than a Smart fortwo, but offers room for three thanks to a central diving position with a passenger bench area located behind.

The interior space can also be used to fit the Honda Motor Compo, an almost briefcase-sized box with wheels and handlebars that essentially works as an electric bicycle. It’s more than just that, however, also functioning as an electric power source.

Other features of the Micro Commuter Concept include a large heads-up display, with driver information projected onto the lower section of the windshield. As for operation, Honda has designed what it calls “twin lever steering” that is says uses natural arm movements to control direction. The body of the car covers over the wheels, both for safety and aerodynamics, while colorful panels can easily be swapped with others to help personalize the car.








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Old 11-29-11, 08:19 PM
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wow there is just a slew of Honda concepts and new engines coming from the Tokyo Motor Show!
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Old 11-29-11, 10:09 PM
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That thing looks like it could fly
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Old 11-30-11, 12:15 AM
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Damn it's super futuristic looking! Would be interesting to see one of those pass you....lol
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A 3 seater, possibly 1 liter engine, car. Price it under $10k, and it'll sell.

Nissan has it's versa sedan starting at $11k, and Kia has it's Rio at a little over $12k.

They should start this at like $7-$8k, but I get the feeling it'll be twice as much..
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Old 11-30-11, 08:18 AM
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Originally Posted by KillaIS250
Damn it's super futuristic looking! Would be interesting to see one of those pass you....lol
I doubt it can pass you, unless maybe if you are walking
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Old 11-30-11, 09:26 AM
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That thing looks pretty cool. Though, I wouldn't want to be the pedestrian that gets hit by it!
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They should have put a v8 in that
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