WALKCAR in the city
Introducing WALKCAR that can run on public roads in Japan
WALKCAR (10 km / h model) Released on October 15th (Friday)
Announced on October 7, 2021
WALKCAR that can run on public roads in Japan will be released on October
The existing WALKCAR can now be driven on public roads by updating the software.
Full press release
Car in your bag.
"If you can carry a car"
The world's smallest electric mobility born from such an idea.
Commuter by train, from the station to your house, to your destination a few kilometers away.
The wider the area of movement, the more vibrant and prosperous people's lives will be.
We will also change lifestyles and the way cities should be.
WALKCAR changes the concept of movement
Innovative mobility.
Performance
Smooth driving
Run to slide on the ground
Uplifting
Exciting and dynamic movement
New experience
Experience that can only be experienced with WALKCAR
The timing of the next test drive event is "undecided".
2.9kg
"Strong and compact body"
This car, which you can carry around like a laptop,
Support your movement at any time.
Take it anywhere you like and from your bag
You can take it out quickly and get on immediately.
Also, because it can be placed upright, it can be charged or
You don't have to worry about the storage space.
13inch laptop size
Polycarbonate material with excellent impact resistance is used for the boarding surface. Furthermore, the surface is coated with a self-healing paint to prevent scratches and improve grip.
Carbon (CFRTP)
Carbon material is used for the main frame of the main body to realize an "ultra-lightweight" and "tough" body. It is 10 times stronger and 1/4 lighter than iron, and is supported by a carbon frame with a thickness of only 3.3 mm.
In addition, the highly elastic body itself makes it possible for the tires to firmly capture the road surface and enable "flexible driving."
Extra super duralumin (A7075)
The frame that supports the front and rear wheels uses ultra-super duralumin cut products that are also used for aircraft wings in order to achieve "lightness and strength."
"I want to go somewhere"
design
Minimal design concept
While having the function of achieving high running performance even outdoors, we have eliminated waste and pushed the lightness and storability to the utmost limit.
In addition, it is designed so that screws that impair the design are not visible at all, and the simple look enhances the fashionability as something to wear and carry around.
Coloring that blends into the blue sky and the city
Blue with the image of running under the blue sky with an active feeling.
A chic blue that blends into your cityscape and asphalt.
Finished in a color that shows both expressions.
New color appeared
A new color "Ipsum Silver" has been added to the lineup.
Formal colors make it easy to match with any occasion, and a minimal and cool WALKCAR design
Bring out.
"Running performance beyond imagination"
High performance
World's smallest * 1 in-wheel motor
Newly developed motor for WALKCAR.
Welded joints have reduced wasted screw space and maximized coil space.
The ultra-compact size has achieved torque performance of 16km / h, which is comparable to that of a bicycle, and powerful climbing uphill * 2 at 10 degrees .
*1 For in-wheel motors for single-seater mobile devices. As of May 2020, according to our research.
*2 Loaded 60 kg and value in our test environment
15 km / h
10 °
maximum speed
Climbing ability
Suspension mechanism
4-wheel independent suspension.
In addition to the vertical suspension, the front wheels are equipped with a front-rear suspension.
It softens the impact of uneven roads and steps, and achieves high running performance even with a small tire diameter.
Vertical direction
Vertical direction
Longitudinal direction
Hands-free operation
"Simple and intuitive"
Sensing
By using the 4-point sensor built into the boarding surface, you can accelerate, decelerate, and curve with simple foot operations centered on the movement of the center of gravity.
basic operation
* 1
move on
Step on "both feet" toes
Bend your knees lightly and tilt your center of gravity
Bend
Lightly raise "one" toe
Decelerate
Automatic stop when getting off
When you get off WALKCAR, it will stop automatically at your feet.
Stop
* 1 Please refer to the "Instruction Manual" for details on how to ride.
3 modes
"Fit to the scene"
4 km/h , 6km/h mode
You can ride with confidence at the speed of a fast walk.
Suitable for running in parallel with pedestrians or moving indoors.
Maximum speed
6 km / h
Cruising range approx.
7 km * 1
10km / h mode
It is suitable for running far and walking while enjoying the scenery at the speed of running.
Cruising range approx. 7km * 1
Maximum speed
10 km / h
15km / h mode
It is suitable when you want to move fast or enjoy active driving at the speed of a bicycle.
Cruising range approx. 5km * 1
Maximum speed
16 km / h
* 1 Load weight 60 kg and value in our test environment
Fast charge
30min-80%
60min-100%
If you carry a charger with you, you can quickly charge it in your spare time at a cafe or office.