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Thursday 8 September 2011

2012 Honda 3R-C Electric Concept Preview & Pics

2012 Honda 3R-C
2012 Honda 3R-C
Honda will debut a new electric three-wheeled concept vehicle at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The Honda 3R-C concept “shows what a future minimal urban transport vehicle for one person might look like,” says the Japanese giant in its PR announcement.

Details are sparse for the three-wheeled design, which looks something like a hybrid of the Can-Am Spyder and BMW C1 scooter. The electric battery power system isn’t specified, except to say it’s mounted low "keeping the center of gravity low and thus improving stability." 
2012 Honda 3R-C
2012 Honda 3R-C
2012 Honda 3R-C
The 3R-C’s canopy appears the most novel design on the concept. When parked it fully encloses the cockpit. When ridden (or is it driven?) the canopy morphs into a wind-shield, with the rider further protected by bodywork and side doors. A lockable storage area up front enhances its functionality as a commuter.European designers working out of Honda’s R&D facility in Milan created the 3R-C concept. It complements other European concepts, like the BMW C1-E as urban commuters utilizing electric power and increased protection for riders.
The Geneva show, which will run from March 4-14, will also see Honda display its EV-N electric concept, which made its debut at the Tokyo Motor Show. Stay tuned for more details on the 3R-C concept. 

2012 Honda 3R-C
2012 Honda 3R-C
2012 Honda 3R-C
2012 Honda 3R-C
2012 Honda 3R-C

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