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Mazda Motor Co. Ltd. has issued the following press release:
Here are the passenger car-based new models which were introduced at the 36th Tokyo Motor Show.
Demio Business Concept (prototype)
The Demio Business Concept has a compact easy-to-maneuver Demio body and a spacious Demio cabin, equipped with a super-low floor and a ramp. The cargo area floor features a dual configuration, which accommodates various loading modes. In the max-loading mode, in addition to the cargo loaded into the cargo area, a cart can be stored between the upper and lower floors, thanks to the rear seat that can be doubly folded forward to make space. In the cart mode, with the rear seat and upper floor folded forward, bulky luggage can be loaded mounted on a cart. — Nissan's 2007 Tokyo Motor Show exhibit.
In addition to the same fleet management system used on the Bongo Business Concept, the vehicle features a high-speed telecommunications tool, which helps the driver keep track of sales routes and time schedules, ensures security, and enables search information and video image transmission. The highly functional cabin equipped with cutting-edge IT tools offers the convenience of an office and can accurately be described as a running work-station.
Demio-i (prototype)
Based on the Demio, popular for its versatile and spacious cabin space, the Demio-i is a wheelchair-friendly vehicle equipped with a super-low floor and a ramp. The wheelchair specifically designed for the Demio is equipped with a headrest and a three-point seatbelt, which, combined with retractable assist-grips attached to both sides of the cabin, ensures greater safety and comfort than ever. — Suzuki's presentation at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show.
Furthermore, two sets of microphones and speakers installed in the cabin facilitate communication between the driver and the passenger in the wheelchair, while a camera and monitor allow the driver to monitor the rear seat. With a wheelchair aboard, the vehicle can seat up to three passengers, including the passenger in the wheelchair. Without a wheelchair, the vehicle can be used as a compact passenger vehicle seating five passengers. — Mazda Nagare design concept.
MPV Automatic Second-Row Lift Up Seat (prototype)
At the touch of a button on the remote control, the sliding door opens, while at the same time, the roof opens, with the seat rotating and shifting position for the passenger to easily enter/exit the vehicle regardless of their physique. The MPV also features a seat developed from a medical perspective, with an adjustable supporting position to fit the physique or posture of any passenger, providing greater riding comfort for the physically challenged.
