| Make
|
Mazda |
| Model |
MX-0 |
| Concept
year |
2010 |
| Production
year |
2020
(theoretical) |
| Engine |
electric
motors |
The Mazda MX-0 (zero) is a striking looking concept vehicle
which was created by a group of nine Mazda designers for
the LA Auto Show's 2010 Design Challenge.
The 2010 competition brief was to design a car which weighed
under 1,000 lbs (454 kgs), and could safely and comfortably
transport up to four people.
Mazda say they have designed the MX-0 concept for the
year 2020. But unless car design changes radically in
the next couple of years, that's looking a little optimistic!
To accompany the stylish images of the Mazda MX-0 concept,
the designers have also written a little history lesson
and future projection regarding the MX-0 project. Here
it is below:
Zero weight:
Mazda's longtime commitment to low weight is driven by
the belief that effortless cornering and acceleration
should be at the heart of every car we design. Our featherweight
icon - the Mazda MX-5 Miata, tipped the scales at a little
over 2,300 pounds in its first generation. Starting with
the MX-5 as a benchmark, the design team has carried out
a systematic process of reduction and consolidation. In
this process, we have redesigned each component in the
Mazda MX-0 to carry out the functions of several MX-5
components, effectively replacing a multitude of MX-5
parts with fewer, simplified ones. Innovative lightweight
materials have been used extensively to obsessively lower
weight.
Zero carbon:
Aimed at the global market of 2020, and with projected
volume of 500,000 units annually, the Mazda MX-0 would
have positive effects on the world's environment and economy
by way of less energy consumption and minimized use of
raw materials. High-volume, automated manufacturing of
sustainable, inexpensive composites coupled with clean-running
drive trains are the key to both low weight and high-volume
production.
Zero mass = maximum speed:
At the heart of the Mazda MX-0 is its purpose as a driving
beast. Its ultra-light mass is pushed by high-torque electric
motors. High power-to-weight is where a Mazda comes alive.
Impossible acceleration and instant cornering is the result.
It’s more like flying than driving. Zero hindrance. Driving
bliss.
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