iSAVE YOU shock absorbing electric vehicle

‘iSAVE YOU’  shock absorbing electric vehicle 

covered in an airbag-like body panels, japanese start-up humanix has developed a three-wheel shock resistant electric vehicle, that springs back to its original form after absorbing impact. using cushions made of fabric and sponge, the material will absorb shock in the case of an impact, aiming to protect both passengers and pedestrians. known as the ‘iSAVE YOU’, the golf cart-like vehicle has a top speed of 50km/h (30mph) with a maximum range of 50km (30 miles) and can be recharged with any regular 120v or 240v household electrical outlet.

video courtesy of asahicom

front view of the air bag-like panels 

collision demonstration 

 rear 3/4 view

interior 

 detail of the fabric

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