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The Maybach DRS “Den-Riki-Sha” (electric powered rickshaw) is inspired by thetraditional values of the classic “Jin-Riki-Sha” (human powered rickshaw), which originated in 1870 in Tokyo.
The concept was developed by Mercedes-Benz Advanced Design Center in Japan and presented at the Design Challenge at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show.
In the designers’ vision the car is produced from a coded DNA-cocoon, in a complex organic metamorphosis, hence the name NMV (Naturally Manufactured Vehicle).
The Maybach DRS is powered by a self balancing electric drive unit and controlled by an onboard computer that is plugged into the city’s transport infrastructure.
To extend its range, this human-electric hybrid allows pedaling power to be supplemented by the driver.
Design team:
- Holger Hutzenlaub
- Hiroshi Yajimar
- Hideki Takahashi
- Yong Won Lee
- Toru Nakano
- Teck-Koun Kim
- Masahide Yamada
- Daniel Schlapp
(Source: LA Auto Show)
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