Keep your eyes on Swiss-based concept powerhouse Rinspeed as it plans to unveil an intelligent mobility concept at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show in March.
The company, which converts and manufactures prototypes and limited series vehicles, has based a concept on an electric two-seater named “UC?” which stands for “Urban Commuter” or “You see?” It integrates intelligent mobility with electric commuter cars, rail and the internet, measures just 2.50metres, and is intended to avoid gridlock in the inner cities.
Though no technical specifications have been released at this time – they will be revealed closer to the show – it is believed that it will feature an advanced railcar loading system with the option to cover long distances by train. The desired mobile carport with integrated battery charging station is booked via the internet creating what Frank M Rinderknecht, Rinspeed CEO, described as “a new definition of mobility”.
To operate the vehicle, a central joystick is used that delivers 124Nm of torque. It is capable of reaching a top speed of 110km/h and has an operating range of 120km. According to Rinspeed “intensive dialogues” are already under way as the concept is designed to be adapted and integrated by volume manufacturers.
