Lexus has developed one of the most advanced hoverboards ever by partnering with some of the world’s leading experts in super conductive technology claiming that their innovation is an amalgamation of technology, design and imagination.
Dubbed Lexus Hoverboard, the devices operates using magnetic levitation to achieve amazing frictionless movement. The company used liquid nitrogen cooled superconductors and permanent magnets to create the impossible.
As far as the design is concerned, it features the iconic Lexus spindle grille signature shape and uses materials found in the luxury car brand, from the high tech to natural bamboo, the company revealed.
Mark Templin, Executive Vice President at Lexus International said; “At Lexus, we constantly challenge ourselves and our partners to push the boundaries of what is possible. That determination, combined with our passion and expertise for design and innovation, is what led us to take on the Hoverboard project. It’s the perfect example of the amazing things that can be achieved when you combine technology, design and imagination.”
The Lexus Hoverboard is part of the fourth project in the Lexus ‘Amazing in Motion’ campaign that showcases the creativity and innovation of the Lexus brand.
Testing of the Lexus Hoverboard will be taking place in Barcelona, Spain over the coming weeks until Summer 2015.
You may be waiting to know when is Lexus going to release the Hoverboard in the market! The bad news is Lexus Hoverboard is a prototype and will not be on sale, the company revealed at the end.