Lovable Toyota micro-camper envisages amazing future for tiny van life

Is there any vehicle more adorable than a sub-4-m (13.1-ft) Japanese micro-camper van? Maybe a next-gen micro-camper built into an ultra-versatile van platform that also works as a commercial goods-hauler, micro shuttle and mobile pop-up shop? And sinc… Continue reading Lovable Toyota micro-camper envisages amazing future for tiny van life

Battery-swappable Japanese e-scooter folds smaller than a briefcase

There are a surprising number of folding electric scooters out there designed to fit in a basic backpack or even shoulder bag, but Japanese personal mobility company Shimizu has even bigger … er … tinier aspirations. It’s currently refining a proto… Continue reading Battery-swappable Japanese e-scooter folds smaller than a briefcase

Mitsubishi’s tiny D:X PHEV adventure van future-proofs Delica splendor

Mitsubishi has presented the all-new D:X Concept as a first look at what the legendary little Delica, prized the world over as an adventure van canvas, could evolve into. Following in the footsteps of the Delica D:5, the tiny electrified 4×4 van concep… Continue reading Mitsubishi’s tiny D:X PHEV adventure van future-proofs Delica splendor

Mazda’s gorgeous Iconic SP rotary-EV sports concept transcends time

Major Japanese automakers and brands will definitely try, but we’re not sure anyone will be able to surpass the level of neck-snapping attention-grabbing sure to go on at Mazda’s 2023 Japan Mobility Show booth, especially not if we’re talking positive … Continue reading Mazda’s gorgeous Iconic SP rotary-EV sports concept transcends time