Toyota will debut the FCV Plus (above) - a futuristic concept car powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. The FCV Plus is said to reflect Toyota's vision for a future in which hydrogen energy has been widely embraced. When the car is not being used as a means of transport, it shares its power generation capabilities with communities as part of the local infrastructure.
New cars, concepts, bikes, robots and zero emission vehicles will debut at this year's Tokyo Motor Show —
Toyota will debut the FCV Plus (above) - a futuristic concept car powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. The FCV Plus is said to reflect Toyota's vision for a future in which hydrogen energy has been widely embraced. When the car is not being used as a means of transport, it shares its power generation capabilities with communities as part of the local infrastructure.
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Toyota's adorable lightweight sports car concept is likely to be a crowd pleaser at Tokyo. With its front engine/rear drive layout and six-speed manual transmission, this entry level sports car has the Mazda MX-5 - the world's most popular roadster - firmly in its sights. That is, if and when it goes into production.
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Toyota's adorable lightweight sports car concept is likely to be a crowd pleaser at Tokyo. With its front engine/rear drive layout and six-speed manual transmission, this entry level sports car has the Mazda MX-5 - the world's most popular roadster - firmly in its sights. That is, if and when it goes into production.
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The Toyota Kikai concept is a stripped-down hot rod that "makes the car's mechanical parts something to be seen and admired, rather than concealing them from view." There's even a small window by the driver's feet, giving a view of the tires, suspension and road surface. It also features a McLaren F1-style one-plus-two seating layout.
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The Toyota Kikai concept is a stripped-down hot rod that "makes the car's mechanical parts something to be seen and admired, rather than concealing them from view." There's even a small window by the driver's feet, giving a view of the tires, suspension and road surface. It also features a McLaren F1-style one-plus-two seating layout.
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Nissan will show a new version of its 2020 Vision Gran Turismo at the Tokyo Motor Show. The concept, based on a virtual race car developed for the Gran Turismo video game, now features a deep red paint job called Fire Knight and Nissan's signature V-motion grille.
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Nissan will show a new version of its 2020 Vision Gran Turismo at the Tokyo Motor Show. The concept, based on a virtual race car developed for the Gran Turismo video game, now features a deep red paint job called Fire Knight and Nissan's signature V-motion grille.
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Nissan's innovative Teatro for Dayz concept is surely one of the highlights to be found at the Tokyo Motor Show. The brand claims its the first car designed specifically for digital generation.
Nissan Teatro for Dayz —
Nissan's innovative Teatro for Dayz concept is surely one of the highlights to be found at the Tokyo Motor Show. The brand claims its the first car designed specifically for digital generation.
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All you see inside the interior of Nissan's Teatro for Dayz concept are solid white seats, a steering wheel and two pedals. It's actually a part of Nissan's "future canvas" interior concept. Its appearance can transform according to your whim. Image display technology supports this concept, which include rotating seats, head rests, door trim and a moving instrument panel.<br />
Nissan Teatro for Dayz —
All you see inside the interior of Nissan's Teatro for Dayz concept are solid white seats, a steering wheel and two pedals. It's actually a part of Nissan's "future canvas" interior concept. Its appearance can transform according to your whim. Image display technology supports this concept, which include rotating seats, head rests, door trim and a moving instrument panel.
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The interior of Nissan's Teatro for Dayz concept is dominated by a steering wheel and a flat instrument panel. There are no conventional knobs and switches. Instead, there are voice control and motion sensors for the vehicle's air conditioning and audio systems. In drive mode, meters and car navigation data are displayed on the instrument panel.
Nissan Teatro for Dayz —
The interior of Nissan's Teatro for Dayz concept is dominated by a steering wheel and a flat instrument panel. There are no conventional knobs and switches. Instead, there are voice control and motion sensors for the vehicle's air conditioning and audio systems. In drive mode, meters and car navigation data are displayed on the instrument panel.
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BMW will unveil its fastest road car ever, the M4 GTS. Its 3.0-liter six-cylinder TwinPower turbo engine pumps out 493bhp, allowing it to catapult from 0 to 62mph in 3.8 seconds, and going on to reach a limited top speed of 190mph.<br />
BMW M4 GTS —
BMW will unveil its fastest road car ever, the M4 GTS. Its 3.0-liter six-cylinder TwinPower turbo engine pumps out 493bhp, allowing it to catapult from 0 to 62mph in 3.8 seconds, and going on to reach a limited top speed of 190mph.
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The Tokyo Motor Show isn't just about cars, as the Japanese also love their motorbikes. Honda will have not just one, but three concepts. The retro-looking EV-Cub Concept is an electric scooter with a detachable battery. It can be recharged using a standard home wall socket.
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The Tokyo Motor Show isn't just about cars, as the Japanese also love their motorbikes. Honda will have not just one, but three concepts. The retro-looking EV-Cub Concept is an electric scooter with a detachable battery. It can be recharged using a standard home wall socket.
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Tokyo will see the world premiere of the closest thing we've seen yet to a production version of Honda's long-awaited hydrogen fuel cell car. Boasting a 435-mile range and provisionally called the FCV, it will battle it out with the recently launched Toyota Mirai when it goes on sale in 2016.
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Tokyo will see the world premiere of the closest thing we've seen yet to a production version of Honda's long-awaited hydrogen fuel cell car. Boasting a 435-mile range and provisionally called the FCV, it will battle it out with the recently launched Toyota Mirai when it goes on sale in 2016.
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Honda's Light Weight Super Sports Concept looks like the kind of bike Batman would ride. It's likely to make it into production sooner rather than later. It's meant to look fast (and it is) -- with a long nose, low crouching position and sharp edges.
Honda Light Weight Super Sports Concept —
Honda's Light Weight Super Sports Concept looks like the kind of bike Batman would ride. It's likely to make it into production sooner rather than later. It's meant to look fast (and it is) -- with a long nose, low crouching position and sharp edges.
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The Honda Neowing is a three-wheeled concept. The company says the concept will offer a "cornering feel and sporty ride equivalent to a large-sized motorcycle." It also features a hybrid system, combining a four-cylinder engine and electric motors to generate superb torque for powerful acceleration.
Honda Neowing —
The Honda Neowing is a three-wheeled concept. The company says the concept will offer a "cornering feel and sporty ride equivalent to a large-sized motorcycle." It also features a hybrid system, combining a four-cylinder engine and electric motors to generate superb torque for powerful acceleration.
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Tokyo's known for its wacky concepts and this year is no exception, with two concepts demonstrating "future mobility solutions." First up is the Honda Wander Stand -- a futuristic pod, where occupants appear to be seated, despite its name. All will be revealed at the show.
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Tokyo's known for its wacky concepts and this year is no exception, with two concepts demonstrating "future mobility solutions." First up is the Honda Wander Stand -- a futuristic pod, where occupants appear to be seated, despite its name. All will be revealed at the show.
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There's also the Honda's Wander Walker which is best described as a futuristic scooter. It may be called a "walker" but it doesn't seem to involve any walking at all...
Honda Wander Walker —
There's also the Honda's Wander Walker which is best described as a futuristic scooter. It may be called a "walker" but it doesn't seem to involve any walking at all...
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Toyota will unveil its quirky Kirobo Mini robot at the Tokyo Motor Show. Standing at just 10cm, it's the latest incarnation of Toyota's Kirobo robot astronaut which was sent to the International Space Station in 2013. According to its makers, the new Kiribo Mini robo companion is meant to communicate with people, "through expressions and gestures, bringing smiles to their faces through daily exchanges that chart the course of an evolving relationship." Cute.
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Toyota will unveil its quirky Kirobo Mini robot at the Tokyo Motor Show. Standing at just 10cm, it's the latest incarnation of Toyota's Kirobo robot astronaut which was sent to the International Space Station in 2013. According to its makers, the new Kiribo Mini robo companion is meant to communicate with people, "through expressions and gestures, bringing smiles to their faces through daily exchanges that chart the course of an evolving relationship." Cute.
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Toyota's luxury marque, Lexus, is celebrating its silver jubilee this year. Therefore, something special is expected. A total of 11 vehicles will be shown including the world premiere of a new concept car which expresses Lexus' "future vision of progressive luxury." Watch out Mercedes-Benz and BMW.
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Toyota's luxury marque, Lexus, is celebrating its silver jubilee this year. Therefore, something special is expected. A total of 11 vehicles will be shown including the world premiere of a new concept car which expresses Lexus' "future vision of progressive luxury." Watch out Mercedes-Benz and BMW.
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This teaser image of Mazda's sports car concept gives a hint of what's to come. The car will be fully revealed at Tokyo and there's already widespread speculation that it will herald a new rotary-engine Mazda RX -- a long-awaited big brother for the MX-5.
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This teaser image of Mazda's sports car concept gives a hint of what's to come. The car will be fully revealed at Tokyo and there's already widespread speculation that it will herald a new rotary-engine Mazda RX -- a long-awaited big brother for the MX-5.
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A compact SUV crossover from Mitsubishi will debut at Tokyo. Called the eX concept, it could become the next generation ASX. It's expected to feature an all-electric, four-wheel-drive powertrain.
Mitsubishi eX Crossover Concept —
A compact SUV crossover from Mitsubishi will debut at Tokyo. Called the eX concept, it could become the next generation ASX. It's expected to feature an all-electric, four-wheel-drive powertrain.
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Subaru will preview the next-generation Impreza at Tokyo. It's clear that the new car will have the look of a more conventional sporty 5-door hatchback than the current model, but it still looks aggressive up front with a large grille and air intakes.
Subaru Impreza Concept —
Subaru will preview the next-generation Impreza at Tokyo. It's clear that the new car will have the look of a more conventional sporty 5-door hatchback than the current model, but it still looks aggressive up front with a large grille and air intakes.
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Subaru's updated Viziv diesel-electric hybrid concept sports SUV will turn heads. It has been designed to show how autonomous driving functions might be applied to Subaru's future production models.
Subaru Vizviv Concept —
Subaru's updated Viziv diesel-electric hybrid concept sports SUV will turn heads. It has been designed to show how autonomous driving functions might be applied to Subaru's future production models.
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Subaru's Viziv concept is all about "active life" and features a defining exterior feature -- a rear-integrated dual bike rack.
Subaru Vizviv Concept —
Subaru's Viziv concept is all about "active life" and features a defining exterior feature -- a rear-integrated dual bike rack.
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Suzuki's Air Triser concept is described as a three-row compact minivan. The company says, "its roominess and smart seat configurability embody the concept of a private lounge."
Suzuki Air Triser —
Suzuki's Air Triser concept is described as a three-row compact minivan. The company says, "its roominess and smart seat configurability embody the concept of a private lounge."
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While the Air Triser is parked, the seats can be configured in a relaxation mode (where the seats face each other) or in a lounge mode (where the seats form a U-shape sofa).
Suzuki Air Triser —
While the Air Triser is parked, the seats can be configured in a relaxation mode (where the seats face each other) or in a lounge mode (where the seats form a U-shape sofa).
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Air Triser passengers can enjoy media content from a smartphone on a large-format display that extends from one of its B-pillars to the ceiling. This certainly sounds like a private lounge.
Suzuki Air Triser —
Air Triser passengers can enjoy media content from a smartphone on a large-format display that extends from one of its B-pillars to the ceiling. This certainly sounds like a private lounge.
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Suzuki's Mighty Deck concept is billed as a "fun-oriented minicar with a canvas top and an open load deck that can be repositioned for diverse purposes."
Suzuki Mighty Deck Concept —
Suzuki's Mighty Deck concept is billed as a "fun-oriented minicar with a canvas top and an open load deck that can be repositioned for diverse purposes."
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All revved up: Your preview to the Tokyo Motor Show 2015
Tokyo, Japan CNN  — 

The futuristic, the wacky and the robotic. That’s what petrol heads can expect to find at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show.

On October 29, no less than 76 brand new concept cars, bikes and vehicle parts will be premiered at the show, the 44th to be held in the Japanese capital.

The theme for 2015’s technology-facing show is “your heart will race” – and it just well might with what’s on offer.

Honda will reveal a series of oddball two and four wheel vehicles
Honda will reveal a series of oddball two and four wheel vehicles
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Honda and Suzuki lead the charge with a series of oddball vehicles on two and four wheels. Stunning sports cars from Toyota, Subaru, Nissan and Mazda will also debut.

Toyota’s upmarket brand, Lexus, is planning to awe audiences with a much-buzzed about surprise concept car. Its presentation coincides with Lexus’ 25th anniversary.

Japanese car fans will also get the chance to ogle at the new Honda Civic Type R. The hot hatchback, built in Britain, will be exported to its home market for the event.

Honda’s exceptional Project 2&4 motorcycle-race car hybrid, unveiled earlier this year in Frankfurt, will show in Japan for the first time.

Other than the Japanese heavyweights, 17 international manufacturers, including big names –Volkswagen, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Jaguar, Land Rover, Citroen and Renault – will also be in attendance.

BMW will reveal its fastest road-going car ever: The M4 GTS
BMW will reveal its fastest road-going car ever: The M4 GTS
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Of note, Abarth will return to the event for the first time in eight years and BMW will reveal the new M4 GTS – the company’s fastest road car ever.

Alongside Paris, Geneva, Detroit and Frankfurt, Tokyo is now recognized in the industry as one of the world’s top five motor shows.

Since 1954, the biennial event, organized by the Japan Automobile Association, has attracted large crowds, with 902,800 visitors attending in 2013.

Flick through the gallery above for a preview to this year’s show.

The Tokyo Motor Show runs from October 29 to November 8.