Into the future

Japan’s cutting edge Mobility Show in October saw the unveiling of several “next generation” vehicles by Toyota.

Populating a stand themed “Let’s Change the Future of Cars – Find Your Future”, the group reveal included a fully electric ute, an all-electric Land Cruiser, a low-slung battery electric sports car, and a new cross-over styled e-SUV dubbed the FT-3e.

Toyota New Zealand Chief Executive, Neeraj Lala says it was exciting to see the new concept models in real life and have a glimpse into a future where vehicles are more than machines; they’re companions in our journey toward a less polluted, more connected world.

For New Zealand drivers, attention will be directed to the FT-3e, a next-gen crossover-style concept, the EPU full-electric dual-cab pickup, and the Land Cruiser Se, a refined all-electric take on the flagship SUV.

Centre stage was the pictured FT-Se, a rear-slung sports car with wide, low proportions geared toward superb handling and svelte, air-splitting aerodynamics.