Video Brunch: Tokyo concepts, a bike-trike hybrid, and Ram trucks
In this week’s Autoblog Video Brunch, we drive some Ram trucks old and new, visit the Tokyo Motor Show, and kick off our 2016 Technology of the Year awards.
Yamaha Sports Ride | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
The tiny sports car from Yamaha and Gordon Murray design that had us drooling at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show
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Translogic 187: Virtue Pedalist
The Virtue Pedalist looks to combine the best of the bike and trike world to create the ultimate green commuter. With the e-assist of an electric bike, the stability of a tricycle, the storage of a cargo bike, and the aerodynamic enclosure of a velomobile, the Virtue Pedalist offers a little bit of everything.
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Nissan IDS Transforming Dash | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
The Nissan IDS dashboard transforms from an airplane-like steering yoke to a giant interactive infotainment screen when switching from manual to autonomous driving modes.
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Recap from the 44th Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Minute
The 44th Tokyo Motor Show is here with plenty of exciting new car reveals and lots of tech-heavy concept vehicles. Autoblog’s Chris McGraw reports on this edition of Autoblog Minute.
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Mustang RTR Ride-Along | Autoblog Mintue
2015 marked the launch of the 7th generation Mustang. It’s been a busy year trying to keep up with all things Mustang. We sent Autoblog’s Eddie Sabatini to the historic proving grounds in Dearborn to get a closer look at some more high performance Mustang excitement in the 2015 Mustang R
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2016 Tech of the Year | Autoblog Minute
Deliberation on the winners of Autoblog’s Tech of the Year Award is under way. Nominees for best car in 2016 are: the Tesla Model S, the Chevy Volt and the BMW 7 series. Nominees for best tech in 2016 are: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, VW’s MiB II with AppConnect, Ford Sync 3, Audi Virtual Cockpit, the Smart Cross Connect App, and Volvo Sensus. Autoblog’s Chris McGraw reports on this edition of Autoblog Minute.
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Tomica Booth at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
It’s a giant playset with all the different models Tomica makes. That’s pretty neat.
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Subaru Impreza S207 | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
Only 400 copies of the limited-edition Impreza S207 will be sold in Japan. Here’s a closer look from the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
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Renault Twingo Chassis | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
The new Renault Twingo has a rear engine to free up cabin space. How neat is that?
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Toyota FCV Plus Concept | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
A look at Toyota’s futuristic fuel cell eletric vehicle from the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
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Toyota S-FR | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
A close look at Toyota’s fun Miata-sized coupe at the 2015 Toyko Motor Show
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Subaru Viziz Future Concept | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
A look at the interior of Subaru’s wild Viziv concept from the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show
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Toyota Kikai Concept | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
Toyota’s wild exposed mechanical hot rod at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
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Honda Wander Walker with Asimo | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
Watch the friendly Asimo robot wave and bow next to Honda’s newest mobiity concept, the Wander Walker.
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Honda Clarity Fuel Cell | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
A look at the exterior of Honda’s new fuel cell electric vehicle at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show
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Mazda RX-Vision Concept | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
The rotary is back in this show-stealing concept sports car from Mazda at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show
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Honda Grom 50 Scrambler Concept | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
Who doesn’t love the Honda Grom? Honda’s new concept of the minibike has a 50cc engine and a cool color scheme.
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Honda Super Cub and Cub EV | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
Honda re-imagines its iconic moped in gas and electric versions at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
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Honda Wander Stand Concept | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
Honda’s futuristic Tardis allows complete freedom of movement, forwards, backwards, laterally, and diagonally.
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Nissan Teatro For Dayz Concept | Tokyo Motor Show | Autoblog Short Cuts
At the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan showed off the Teatro For Dayz Concept, which is chock full of LED screens
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Mercedes-Benz Vision Tokyo Concept
Mercedes-Benz unveils its Vision Tokyo Concept at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
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2016 BMW 7 Series Surround View Gesture Control | Autoblog Short Cuts
Autoblog editor David Gluckman demos the 2016 7 Series’ surround view camera system with gesture control.
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2016 Ram 3500 Hauling Walkaround | Autoblog Short Cuts
A dually, single-cab Ram 3500 is a weird truck to be sure, but it’s no stranger to hauling heavy loads.
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1964 Dodge Custom Sport Pickup 426 Wedge | Autoblog Short Cuts
We check out a rare, vintage Dodge pickup that could be the SRT10 Ram’s earliest ancestor.
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Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Towing Walkaround | Autoblog Short Cuts
We chat about the towing ability of Ram’s diesel-powered 1500 model.
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Ram 2500 Tradesman Hauling Walkaround | Autoblog Short Cuts
We take a spin in a Ram 2500 that’s loaded to its maximum allowable weight.
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Ram ProMaster 1500 Towing Walkaround | Autoblog Short Cuts
We remark on the awful automated manual after using the Ram ProMaster for a spot of towing.
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1941 Dodge WC Command Car Walkaround | Autoblog Short Cuts
We explore the forbearer to the Jeep Staff Car Concept, with this 1941 Dodge WC Command Car.
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Ram ProMaster City Towing Walkaround | Autoblog Short Cuts
The impressive Ram ProMaster City is an able towing companion, as we found after a short drive with a 2,000-pound trailer.
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Case IH TR340 | Autoblog Short Cuts
Let’s be honest, no man will turn down the opportunity to mess around with construction equipment. So when we were offered a chance to sample the tiny, treaded, terror from Case IH, the TR340 Compact Skid Steer.
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It’s been a very busy week for everyone here at Autoblog, as we introduce our 2016 Technology of the Year nominees and then transition right into a fascinating Tokyo Motor Show – including some stunning highlights like the Mazda RX-Vision concept and Yamaha’s fascinating Sports Ride mini-supercar. Check out all this and more in this week’s video wrap-up.
The complete rundown is below. Have a great weekend!
Tokyo Motor Show: Yamaha Sports Ride, Nissan IDS, Tomica Booth, Subaru Impreza S207, Renault Twingo Chassis, Toyota FCV Plus, Toyota S-FR, Subaru Viziz Future Concept, Toyota Kikhai Concept, Honda Wanderer Walker with Asimo, Honda Clarity Fuel Cell, Mazda RX-Vision Concept, Honda From 50 Scrambler, Honda Super Cub, Honda Wander Stand, Nissan Teatro for Dayz, Mercedes-Benz Vision Tokyo
Short Cuts: 2016 BMW 7 Series Surround View Gesture Control, 2016 Ram 3500 Hauling, 1964 Dodge Custom Sport Pickup 426 Wedge, 1941 Dodge WC Command Car Walkaround, Dodge Airflow Texaco Truck, RamProMaster City, Case IH TR340
Autoblog Minutes: Recap from the 44th Tokyo Motorshow, Mustang RTR Ride-Along, 2016 Tech of the Year Nominees