Honda FCX Concept unveiled
November 6th, 2005 at 07:55pm pep boyz Category : Auto News, International
Unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show, The FCX Concept represent Honda’s latest expression in the fuel cell technology. The technical features are the clever design of the floor-pan, that lowers the center of gravity and allows for more interior roominess. The frame of this vehicle is made out of two longitudinal members that are lowered in the center section of the vehicle.
The roof is almost fully made of glass with a structural spiral column that runs from the windshield to the rear windscreen and that is matched by the central tunnel that houses the fuel cell package. The floating instruments panel is equipped with an automatic adjustment system that will lowers the steering wheel and the panel at lower speeds, creating an ‘open’ impression. At higher speeds, the cockpit will raised up, with a full rotation of 45 degree.
The interior uses a environment-friendly bio-polyester material (PTT, Poly-Trimethylene Terephthalate) that delivers a high quality touch feel; the floor pan featuring an unique lighting system that can change the ambient atmosphere.
Designers were allowed to create a short nose with a minimalistic overhang thanks to the coaxial engine and gearbox, and the hydrogen tanks that located in the rear section of the vehicle.
Honda FCX’s body appears very streamlined, with the line that rises up towards the rear end.
The Honda FCX display at the 39th Tokyo Motor Show.
