Toyota unveils FT-Me micromobility concept for Europe

• A compact battery electric vehicle designed to meet the challenges of evolving urban environments
• Premium styling, customisable and highly versatile to meet the needs of diverse users
• Design simplicity and solar roof help make FT-Me an affordable, hassle-free entry point to all-electric vehicles

Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has unveiled the FT-Me concept, a ground-breaking vision for all-electric micromobility that combines premium design and with affordability. Inspired by the success of the Toyota mobility solutions developed for the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the FT-Me aims to address the evolving needs of city dwellers and the challenges of modern urban environments.

The FT-Me is a compact yet spacious two-seat vehicle, measuring less than 2.5m in length. Its design emphasises manoeuvrability and it occupies only half a standard parking space – or just one third where perpendicular parking is permitted. Its styling, inspired by a jet helmet is a bitone black and white combination that conveys a sense of safety, robustness, light weight and a go-anywhere attitude.

The FT-Me offers accessible mobility for holders of entry-level driving licences, including those as young as 14 in some markets. Its versatility caters for diverse user needs, with customisable options for teenagers and professionals. A 360-degree visibility concept enables maximum eye-contact with other road users, enhancing safety and manoeuvrability. The vehicle is also equipped with advanced connectivity features, allowing seamless smartphone integration for keyless entry and access to services. The vehicle can be driven solely by hand commands using the steering wheel, so it can be operated by wheelchair uses without the need for aftermarket modification.

Toyota’s commitment to sustainability is evident in the FT-Me’s design. It uses recycled materials and aims for a 90 per cent reduction in carbon footprint compared to today’s city vehicles. The propulsion system consumes three times less energy per kilometre than a high-capacity battery electric car. The main battery can be charged by the FT-Me’s solar panel roof, adding 20 to 30km of driving range per day in urban settings – easily sufficient to cover expected daily usage. Depending on the weather, this will avoid the need to plug the vehicle in for many users.

The FT-Me concept embraces Toyota’s Mobility for All philosophy, embracing both younger drivers and those wanting to downsize in the changing urban landscape. As cities continue to evolve, the FT-Me provides a versatile, sustainable and stylish solution and marks another step towards creating an all-inclusive mobility ecosystem for people, goods and services.

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