The Blue Oval has unveiled the Ford Evos Concept, a car which showcases the automaker’s "first truly global design language" and which will be seen in the flesh at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. Developed by the a global team the car is part of the automaker’s One Ford product plan, and its new design language will serve as inspiration for the next generation models, with the first production car inspired by the Evos expected to be revealed in 2012.
Shaped as a dramatic four-door, four-seat fastabck the Ford Evos Concept measures 4,5 m in lenght, 1,97 m in width and 1.36 m in height (wheelbase of 2,74 m) and spins its wheels thanks to a state-of-the-art lithium-ion plug-in hybrid system.
As the images show the Ford Evos features gullwing style doors which open upwards, a sleek looking front fascia, which according to the automaker, represents the most important aspect in terms of design, and an interior built around the driver which reflects the fun-to-drive spirit and also features clean and simple surfaces but with an athletic and muscular character.
In terms of technology the Ford Evos Concept comes with systems that concentrate on the driver’s physical state and workload which ‘adjust the driving experience accordingly’. The Concept is also equipped with advanced air quality sensors and filters which help those who suffer from allergies.
Derrick Kuzak, group vice president of Global Product Development said "The Ford Evos Concept unites three key elements which are at the core of
our One Ford global product strategy: outstanding design, smart
technologies and fuel economy leadership,", "With its compelling design and innovative technology experience, this is
a clear demonstration of the exciting vision we have for the Ford
brand. While you will never see this car on the road, the next
generation of Ford products around the world will display many of the
distinctive design ideas and advanced technologies it showcases."
We’ll have more details on the Ford Evos Concept after is global premiere in Frankfurt so stay tuned.
