Did Toyota designer go to Honda and then come back to Toyota?

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by NoMoShocks, Feb 27, 2008.

  1. NoMoShocks

    NoMoShocks Electrical Engineer

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    Did Toyota designer go to Honda and then come back to Toyota?
    Here is why I am asking.
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    #1 NoMoShocks, Feb 27, 2008
  2. darelldd

    darelldd Prius is our Gas Guzzler

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    I think that's the first time I've seen a Prius concept with 22" wheels! Yeow!
     
    #2 darelldd, Feb 27, 2008
  3. Spectra

    Spectra Amphi-Prius

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    Maybe it's all about the "Mc-Hybridization" of our nifty little runners ...
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    #3 Spectra, Feb 27, 2008
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    I really hope they aren't planning on putting that in production. UGLY and it bulks up the front end way too much. It isn't like we need more flat side profile. And who needs the cost of tires that size??
     
    #4 bruceha_2000, Feb 27, 2008
  5. Fred_H

    Fred_H Misoversimplifier

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    It's just another good example of convergent evolution.
    Happens all the time.
    Then they accuse each other of spying and copying.
     
    #5 Fred_H, Feb 28, 2008
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