Dacia Shift 2012 By Liviu Tudoran

One of the many designers who have started thinking about the future scenario wherein the space in the cities will be cramped, Liviu Tudoran has envisioned the Shift concept. The Compact, sleek yet aggressive vehicle is designed for the crowded city of Bucharest and is aimed for the younger generation (18-25years). The two-seater all electric vehicle is propelled by the lithium-ion batteries and is a small car that not only helps avoid the urban crowd but occupies less space on the road. Shift concept is made in the style and design of the new Dacia identity, and some of the car’s shapes are inspired by the famous architecture buildings. The electric engine is mounted at the front and hydrogen storage tanks are located with the rear wheels. The emission free two-seater electric car will be launched in 2012.

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Nissan Torii

Visualizing the future of a family car, Italian designer Jorge Andres Pinilla Fonseca has come up with a car concept called the “Nissan Torii” that features wire driven technology to replace traditional mechanical control systems with electronic control systems, allowing extra space and better controls to the rider. Inspired by the Japanese metaphor of the “temple gate” that purifies human souls, the Torii moves on four spheres, equipped with lithium-ion batteries and GPS, to ensure a safe and sustainable ride. Developed for the year 2030, the futuristic vehicle also includes air filters behind the screen lamps to purify the air.

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