NS4 (New 4-door Sedan)
January 31, 2012
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Products, Technology, Toyota
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The NS4 was conceived after Toyota challenged its engineers to design a new mid-sized concept for potential global market introduction by 2015. They began with styling, modifying the triangular lines to give the car a sleeker look. 
A floating lower spoiler and wing-like daytime running lights embrace a trapezoid grille, and solar panels pierce the roof.
A floating lower spoiler and wing-like daytime running lights embrace a trapezoid grille, and solar panels pierce the roof.Inside, a Human-Machine Interface is built around a multi-touch screen with the look and feel of a smartphone. In addition to directing air conditioning, audio, battery-charge and navigation functions, the interface system can even learn driver preferences and habits.
The NS4 also takes a visionary approach to visibility. 
Conventional rear-view mirrors have been replaced with cameras that provide the driver with a panoramic view displayed on a screen above the navigation system.
Conventional rear-view mirrors have been replaced with cameras that provide the driver with a panoramic view displayed on a screen above the navigation system.Check out the Fun-Vii concept
By Susan Pack