| Clipped from: DVICE: Volkswagen Bio Runner would be a fine future for the VW Bug |
| Clipped from: Volkswagen Bio Runner | Concept Cars |
Concept Cars: Volkswagen Bio Runner
The Bio Runner was Volkswagen's entry in the 2008 LA Auto
Show Design Challenge. For 2008 the comptetition asked
designers of several major auto manufacturers to come
up with racing vehicles for the year 2025.
The VW Bio Runner concept was designed for the Baja 1000
race which in 2025 features the "One Tank Unlimited Solo
Class." The only stipulations are one driver and one 10-gallon
tank of fuel, forcing competitors to use every bit of
technology, strategy, and wit to finish.
| Clipped from: Volkswagen Bio Runner | oneighturbo.com |
In the Bio Runner, the rider is positioned inside a protective cage on a motorcycle-like saddle with controls attached to the hands and feet. These controls manipulate all wheels via synthetic muscle-based suspension which offers unparalleled control and traction.
| Clipped from: LA Auto Show |
The Baja 1000 now introduces the “One Tank Unlimited Solo Class.” The only stipulations are one driver and one 10-gallon tank of fuel, forcing competitors to use every bit of technology, strategy, and wit to finish.
In the Bio Runner, the rider is positioned inside a protective cage on a motorcycle-like saddle with controls attached to the hands and feet. These controls manipulate all wheels via synthetic muscle-based suspension which offers unparalleled control and traction.
DESIGNERS
Derek Jenkins
Patrick Faulwetter
Ian Hilton
Related:
DVICE: Volkswagen Bio Runner would be a fine future for the VW Bug
Volkswagen Bio Runner | Concept Cars
Volkswagen Bio Runner | oneighturbo.com
LA Auto Show
