e
Toyota's Shipping-Container-Inspired Reconfigurable Minivan EV Concept
The Kayoibako's windshield might be problematic
This startling-looking EV minivan concept is by Toyota. It's named Kayoibako, in reference to a type of configurable inter-facility shipping container used in Japan. In that spirit, the idea behind the concept is that it's a box "with an 'ultra-expandable' design that allows tailoring to suit different roles [and] can support a diverse range of applications."
There's no word on why the designers opted to occlude the windshield like that. I can't see any advantage.
The company sees the flexible design being configured as a delivery vehicle, a mobile shop, a camper, a tiny shuttle bus, and even a personal vehicle for wheelchair users.
No production plans have been announced.
-
o2Favorite This
-
Q3Comment
Directory Company Profiles
Core77
Industrial Design
Resources
Industrial Design
Resources
-
Core77 Directory
Find the Best Industrial Design CompaniesGo -
DesignThink, Inc.
DesignThink is a full service product development group focused on defining, developing and deliveri...
-
Fresco Design
Fresco supports world-class brands with world-class design. Based in the Boston area, a leading inno...
-
4design
4DESIGN | www.4design.com.au | +612 9280 4454 4DESIGN are a team of focussed, talented, motivated a...
-
Mighty Studios
Mighty Studios is a business-savvy product design consultancy. We believe that good design should be...
-
Sundberg-Ferar | Product Innovation Studio
Sundberg-Ferar, a product design firm, helps the world's leading durable product companies to turn c...
-
Endeavor Design
We help transform ideas into compelling products that grow your business.
-
Studio1642
Get the website and videos your business needs in weeks, not months. Enjoy personalized, high-qualit...
K
{Welcome
Create a Core77 Account
Already have an account? Sign In
By creating a Core77 account you confirm that you accept the Terms of Use
K
Reset Password
Please enter your email and we will send an email to reset your password.
Comments
The windshield is fine. Well, until it is raining, snowing, or sunny.
The windshield is fine until it rains, snows, or is sunny.
The front windshield: It's a Canoo thing.