Once again, the Japanese have placed themselves right there at the forefront of cutting-edge technology – style included. Check out Nissan’s newest breakthrough concept, Pivo 2.

Here’s what I gathered from the recent interview with their designer and technical development engineer:

1. Fuel cell vehicle (Read: Eco-friendly!)
2. Rotating three-seater cabin: Achieved through electric “by-wire” technology, downsizing mechanical parts and completely eliminating others.
3. Frontal door: No more conventional engines remember?
4. In-Wheel Motor: Conventional axle and steering mechanisms eliminated, allowing the Metamo system to move the tires in any angle. (Read: No more embarrassing parking situations!)
5. Robotic Agent: Interactive interface that monitors and accumulates driver’s information and responds like a little boy would, promoting bonding between driver and the car. (Wow!)

Imagine the view on the road when you travel to work in the future, with fresh air might I add. Baby blue, pink, yellow, round electric cars bobbing along on the road! Oh, I’m really pretty tickled at my own imagination. And don’t get me wrong, I’m not being sarcastic at all.

More cute Pivo imageries below.