Currently, the designers and engineers are doing finishing clay models. This was disclosed by the Strategic Planning Vice President of Toyota USA, Chriss Hosteter told Bloomberg. Advanced stages after the clay models are made prototype.
As to whether the upcoming Prius? Toyota still did not give more details. But they illustrate that there are some who want to make evolutionary changes, but there is also a wish more than that. But retained is wedge shape, which distinguishes Prius with others, once so characteristic.
Aerodynamics will be increasingly dominant factor, where the Prius experienced intensive wind tunnel testing. Sloping windshields and other elements that reduce wind resistance will help improve efficiency.
New research in the field of aerodynamics, adding flexibility for designers Prius. "The design of the current Prius remains the best aerodynamic shape. But the latest trend aerodynamics, allowing to innovate in new directions, "said Jim Lentz, Toyota USA sales chief. One of the new directions it has been demonstrated by Toyota NS4 hybrid concept ever shown in 2012 Detroit Motor Show.
