BETTER PARTSLexus: view of the new LS
Tokyo ( Japan ), October 28, 2015
At the Tokyo Motor Show ( 28 October to 8 November 2015) gives Lexus an outlook for the forthcoming flagship brand. Currently occupies the role of LS, the fourth generation is on the market since of 2006. So A swift change is obvious.
Innovative wheel drive system
The concept car shown at the Tokyo exhibition called LF - FC. The " FC " is likely to " Fuel Cell " are, therefore, the English term for the fuel cell. The corresponding drive acts primarily on the rear axle, but also supplies the two wheel hub electric motors on the front axle with energy. The result is an innovative all-wheel system, the handling and the stability improved by the selective force distribution. Thanks to the stowed in the rear fuel cell, the T-shaped hydrogen tank and the front-placed drive control, optimum weight distribution to give.
Coupe-like roofline
The optics of the LFFC is styled according to the specifications of the new Lexus design language L-finesse. The brand-typical Diabolo grille is flanked by L - shaped daytime running lights, which extend into the fenders. This look can be found at the rear lights again. In the sidelines, the coupe-like roofline and 21-inch wheels fall on.
Gesture control for radio and ventilation
The rear seats with adjustable backrests and ample headroom and legroom have been developed for those who like to be chauffeured. Aniline leather on the seats, doors and dashboard exudes luxury. Served important functions of the car with gestures ?? a small holography on the center console displays, where the audio and the ventilation system can be set with hand movements. The big Lexus study should also be able to drive autonomously and has a new traffic detection with a high prediction accuracy. How much will be included in the study, ultimately in the series, is not yet known . ( hd )