Showing posts with label Scion. Show all posts
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Saturday, April 9, 2011

Scion Hako Coupe Concept, 2008

Scion Hako Coupe Concept, 2008

 
  
 
The Scion's Hako Coupe Concept embodies a distinct global perspective on today's youth. This type of forward thinking complements the Scion philosophy of intently listening to our customers and being willing to take risks to help us see where our brand should be. We took the xB's iconic boxy shape and explored something more vivacious, yet just as emotionally appealing. This concept is the sporty version of a box."

Tokyo Design developed the Scion Hako Coupe with classic American coupes in mind. The car's geometric profile conveys a powerful stance in a compact and bold package. Its trapezoidal LED headlights lie parallel with a large and aggressive, rectangular upper grille. The lower rectangular grille anchors the front fascia and continues to communicate the Hako's aggressive attitude. Round fog lights, symmetrically placed high on the front bumper, have integrated turn signals.

The Hako's silhouette is accentuated by slim, race-car-inspired side mirrors that also feature integrated turn signals. Powerful, flared fenders add dimension and contrast to the concept's boxy shape and smooth surface planes. The Hako concept hugs the road with custom 18-inch deep dish five-spoke wheels and tires with a "Scion" custom tread.

The Scion Hako Coupe features a vertical windshield as the concept sits upright and ready to attack the road. A high linear beltline along with a blackened and chopped greenhouse seamlessly wrap around the rear to provide a mysterious profile. As an example of potential personalization, the concept is equipped with a flat, panorama roof that features a random, barcode-like pattern that can be seen on the exterior and from the interior.

The rear features LED taillights that echo the shape of the headlights. To complete the package, the rear bumper has an integrated fog and back up light on the left and exhaust on the right.

Inside, the Hako is accented with orange and metallic detailing that exudes a modern environment with entertainment possibilities. The front and rear seats are covered with urethane and rubber-like upholstery for easy cleaning. The contemporary front bucket seats flow to the floor and incorporate a geometric design on the seatback. The seats are separated by a center console that features a large storage crevice for storing magazines, cell phones, and other small items. Two cockpit-like rear seats also share a storage crevice.

The orange driver's seat has a gaming theme. Instrumentation and warning lights cascade from the art inspired instrument panel to the steering wheel. The shifter, located on the center console, resembles a large joystick. On the steering wheel is a simple button to start the engine and a track-ball type control for the Hako's entertainment system located on the passenger dash. The entertainment system consists of two video monitor screens mounted on the dash for radio, video, and music capabilities. Users can upload their videos and music through a Bluetooth� connection. The front passenger controls the system using a large rollerball mounted on the center of the dash. A black seat differentiates the front passenger area.

The video monitors located on each door and on each side of the rear seating area project distorted fish-eye images from orange filtered cameras mounted beneath the A-pillars. While the vehicle is parked the driver and passenger can edit the scenes captured by the cameras to show their friends where they have been and perhaps even post the clip online for others to see.

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Scion t2B Concept, 2005

Scion t2B Concept, 2005







The t2B is a concept car from Scion, designed by Calty Design (Toyota's design studio in California) and built by 5 Axis Models in Huntington Beach, California.
It debuted at the 2005 New York Auto Show. Its name stands for Tall 2 Box. It appears rather like a mini-van, with 2 rows of bench seats, though the exterior is similar to the xB. On the passenger side there is 1 automatic sliding door. The driver side has doors that open 180 degrees, the rear door being a suicide door. The idea of the t2B is to be a social and entertainment enigma to the occupants.

Scion 5 Axis Widebody DJ xB, 2005

Scion 5 Axis Widebody DJ xB, 2005




The Scion xB is the American-market name given to the subcompact Toyota bB. It is a small wagon based on the Toyota Yaris platform. The xB was one of two models in the lineup of Toyota's US-exclusive Scion division present at the brand's 2004 launch (the other was the xA, based on the Toyota ist). Both cars feature the 1NZ-FE engine, rated at 108 hp (81 kW) at 6000 rpm and 105 lb-ft of torque at 4200 rpm.

The Toyota bB was an established model in Japan before the Scion xB version was introduced to the US.

Scion Marketing

The Scion xB's marketing is aimed at Generation Y, Americans born in 1978 or later. This group of car buyers is extremely important to manufacturers due to their large numbers (78 million) and their differing perceptions and demands of the vehicles they drive.

Though Toyota expected the xA to sell better than the xB, the reverse proved to be true, with the xB outselling its brother 2 to 1, possibly due to the xB's distinctive styling, and the xB's unique combination of van-like cargo and passenger space with a very compact size.

Differences between the xB and the bB
Besides the obvious change from right to left-hand drive, the front passenger area has changed significantly. The bB has a front bench seat and a column-mounted shifter for the automatic transmission. The xB, on the other hand, has 2 front bucket seats and a shifter mounted on the floor.

The bB is with either the 1.3 L 2NZ-FE engine or the 1.5 L 1NZ-FE, mated exclusively to a 4-speed automatic transmission with available all-wheel drive. The xB is only available with the 1NZ-FE, but offers both a 4-speed automatic or a 5-speed manual transmission. All-wheel drive is not offered on the xB.

The Toyota bB does not have a spare tire. On the Scion xB, a compact spare tire is stored under the left side of the rear cargo floor. Since the spare tire raised the cargo floor by several inches, a storage compartment was added to the right of the spare tire to reclaim some of the lost storage space. A jack is stored under the driver's seat of the xB.

Sunday, May 31, 2009

2008 Scion xB Car Pictures

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2008 Scion xB
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Monday, March 23, 2009

2009 Scion tC Sports Coupe Wallpaper

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Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Scion Fuse Concept

Totyota unveiled the Scion Fuse sports coupe concept at the New York Auto Show. "The idea of the all-new Fuse Sports Coupe is a reflection of the boundless limits and creative envelope that embodies all the vital personalization components of a Scion product," said Mark Templin, Scion vice president. "Since the launch of Scion three years ago, designers have learned a great deal about what inspires and motivates Scion buyers through its unique vehicle lineup and instilled them into the Fuse."

The exterior of the Fuse was the conception of Calty designers Alex
Shen and Bob Mochizuki, who were determined to create a strong performance
statement. Inspiration came from the "HAKO" super GT racing cars of Japan,
commonly known as the JGTC series. From the side, the Fuse has a low,
aggressive stance with a race helmet-inspired wraparound window that
provides a panoramic view. The visor-like wraparound windshield is balanced
by a strong C-pillar, adding a sense of security and protection.

Calty interior designers Alan Schneider and Ichirou Mukai used the long
wheelbase and high beltline of the Fuse to help create the interior theme,
which revolves around providing the driver with an intense driving
environment and occupants an intimate atmosphere. The activation of a small
key-shaped sensor unhinges butterfly doors that open to reveal an interior
that merges technology, function and racing inspired elements in an
asymmetrical pentagon where the driver is positioned at the apex of the
surround.

The influence of the "racing tub" in the overall design is obvious. It
provides a unique contrast that highlights the floating technical elements
of the interior. A drive-by-wire steering interface combines influences
from race cars and video game controllers in one innovative driver module.
A media station that runs the length of the dash is the focal point of the
cabin. Passengers can watch movies, play video games, or do both, with dual
display 10.5-inch monitors.

The Fuse interior concept is referred to as "one plus stuff." The
design focuses on the driver by offering surprising versatility in the form
of three interior arrangements: video, driving and cargo configurations. In
its video mode, the front passenger seat folds flat and serves as a table,
or footrest. Occupants can utilize video screens or take advantage of
wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) connectivity and instant message their friends.
In driving mode, the video screens turn off and a multi-informational
display is used for driver information.

Utility is maximized in a cargo mode where the front passenger seat and
rear seats fold down to form a flat surface. And, multi-functioning rear
cargo access allows stowage of larger items. The Fuse cabin seats four
comfortably, however when the car is parked, additional room is available
with a tailgate that converts to provide outdoor seating. A sweep of the
foot over an infrared sensor located on the lip of the rear bumper opens
the rear tailgate and sliding hatch, allowing the tailgate to drop down
into a curb-high bench. This surprising seating arrangement is paired with
rear foldout speakers for an unexpected social environment. Enhancing the
social scene is a detachable drink cooler with a retractable handle, which
is integrated into the rear center console.

Additional features include subtle accent lighting on the seats, doors
and overhead lining. Deeply contoured seats are upholstered with
soft-to-the-touch "Mythos" fabric that wraps around passengers for maximum
comfort. Finally, audio, video and HVAC systems are easily controlled by a
"vehicle system/communication interface" touch control board that is
similar in appearance to a telephone keypad.

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Scion xD by Team Hybrid at SEMA

Engine
  • Performance Solutions Spec Garrett turbo, intercooler, turbo manifold, intercooler piping, down pipe, GReddy B.O.V., waste gate, oil feed line, cat delete, MagnaFlow Titanium exhaust, intake filter, battery relocation kit
  • SUN Automobile Hyper Ground System, Hyper Voltage System, Hyper InaZma ECO, InaZma Hyper Gauss, Hyper InaZma Pocket

Exterior

  • House of Kolor (color pending)
  • INGS+1 front bumper, side skirts, rear bumper
  • Car Fashion carbon fiber hood, rear hatch spoiler
  • Custom shaved and pulled fenders, shaved antenna
  • L.A.P.D. strobe lights

Wheel/Tires/Brake/Suspension

  • Wheels (Pending)
  • HYBRiD style custom brakes
  • Air Runner custom air suspension
  • BFGoodrich Tires

Interior

  • Status Racing Ring Carbon Kevlar seats x2
  • Stitchcraft suede dash, suede gauge cluster, suede headliner, suede
    pillars, suede visors
  • NRG Racing steering wheel
  • SUN Automobile racing pedals, racing shift knob
  • Glow Shift gauge pod, boost gauge, oil temp gauge, exhaust temp gauge, shift-warning light

In Car Entertainment

  • CREATiVE Custom fiberglass sub enclosure, fiberglass amp rack enclosure, acrylic amp rack, diamond-cut acrylic "HYBRiD" imprinted
  • SoundStream PCA4.520 4 channel amp x1, PCA1000D single channel amp x2, RFW-12 reference 12" woofers x4, TRC.6N Tarantula component x2, SST6.5 Tarantula speaker x2, VCM-151 15" LCD ceiling monitor (on hatch) x1, VCM-81D 8" LCD monitor with DVD player x2, VCCD-2 bullet style color camera x1, VSV-78 7" wide sun visor monitor x2, VVB-2 video output gain control x2

2006 Scion tC by Scion of Des Moines at SEMA

Under the Hood
  • Turbonetics Turbo System T3/T04
  • Spearco intercooler
  • Fidanza aluminum flywheel
  • Clutchmaster stage 3 Kevlar clutch
  • TRD automatic torque biasing limited slip differential
  • Creative Werks Inc. Optima battery tie down
  • DME engine dress up kit
  • Redline Tuning Hood QuickLIFT ELITE
  • Custom hood panel by DeeZee
  • Custom exhaust by Midas
  • Flowmaster Hushpower II muffler
  • KillerGlass
  • Hotglow Neon (8 tubes)
  • NOS nitrous oxide system single injector

Suspension

  • Tanabe fully adjustable coil over suspension fully modified
  • TRD strut tower brace
  • TRD rear sway bar

Brakes

  • TRD Celica big brake kit - front
  • Stop-Tech rear big brake kit

Wheels & Tires

  • HRE 5-spoke 19" wheels
  • Pirelli P Zero Rosso
  • 265/30ZR19 - front
  • 305/30ZR19 - rear

Body

  • Custom airbrushing, paint, and body by Custom Paint Specialists, Des Moines, Iowa
  • Extreme Dimensions Rado Series Widebody kit
  • Shaved bodylines, door handles, and fuel door
  • Tinted headlights, brake lights, side lights, and windows
  • PPG Vibrance Candy Sunset Red Over Fine Gold
  • PPG ARG Vibrant Blue windshield
  • AutoLoc shaved door kit
  • HotGlow Neon (15 tubes)

Audio & Video

  • Audio and video by Elite Styling and Sound, Des Moines, Iowa
  • Eclipse AVN5495 navigation/DVD head unit, SW8000 Titanium 625-watt subwoofers (3), XA1000 1 channel class D subwoofer amplifiers (3), XA4000 4/3/2 channel class D amplifier, 6 1/2" component speakers (2 front), 6 1/2" coaxial speakers (2 rear), 6 1/2" component speakers (2 hatch)
  • 26" LCD motorized monitor
  • 7 1/2" LCD visor m(2)
  • Kinetik batteries 800 watt (2)
  • Optima Red Top battery
  • CompuSTAR Premier remote start, alarm, and auto door opener

Interior

  • Interior lighting, seats, and upholstery by Accurate Auto Trim, Ames, Iowa
  • HotGlow Neon (10 tubes), LED's (34)
  • AEM Tru Boost controller/gauge
  • AEM Uego Wideband air fuel ratio
  • AEM oil pressure gauge
  • OBX sport pedals
  • Sparco Milano 2 seats covered in Alcantara suede, 323 steering wheel, X-
  • Speed shift knob
  • Alcantara wrapped rear seat
  • Suede headliner and trim
  • Pattern Tek carbon fiber speedometer and door trim

Thursday, November 22, 2007

Scion tC by Ron English at SEMA 2007

When Scion released their 'blank canvas' tC Spec Package it was just a matter of time untill this would happen. Don't get us wrong we're all for tuning and personilizing your car, after all we're not living in an Orwellian world, but there is such a concept as too much of a good thing. Ron English has gone above and beyond with his Scion tC, which is on display at SEMA this week. The car is painted in a custom purple paint and has electroluminescent lighting animated yin-yang-ish artwork by Ron English splattered all over the car. To top things off, the car sits on 19 inch custom (and hopefully one-off) billet wheels by Coddington. The windows are covered in a Rabbit Holes hologram depicting some kind of alien, three-eyed bunny.

EXTERIOR

  • 19" custom billet wheels by Coddington Wheels
  • 245/35/19 fk452 tires by Falken Tire
  • 1 3/4" lowering springs by Eibach Springs
  • Custom House of Colors purple pearl paint by Franks Autobody
  • Custom hologram images by Rabbit Holes
  • Custom electroluminescent lighting animating Ron English's ying-yang artwork by Lit Media Group
  • Smoked lighting by Franks Autobody

INTERIOR

  • Custom two-tone leather interior with Ron English artwork embroidered in the head rests by Bill Dunn Upholstery

Interior accent painting by Franks Autobody

Custom car design and coordination by Robert Wilson

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