Lexus unveiled a new concept, this time it’s not the super luxury car but a super speed yacht.
The Japanese-based automaker unveiled its proof of concept for a high-tech yacht on Thursday.
“For the Lexus Design Centre this project has been very exciting. The effort is valuable to us as it stirs our creative energies and pushes our imagination to design for lifestyle possibilities outside of the automotive realm we know well,” said Yoshihiro Sawa, executive vice president of Lexus International.
The concept is designed in collaboration with the Toyota Marine Department & the Marquis-Carver Yacht Group, The sleek 42-foot vessel weighs around 2000 pounds less than similar fiber-glass yachts, capable of reaching a top speed of 43 knots. It’s powered by twin 5-litre V8 engines.
Stunning features:
The captain’s seat is power-adjustable with armrests that fold out to become jump seats on either side.
The captain monitors and controls on-board systems from a touchscreen panel. Screens show GPS navigation, digital charts, surface radar, underwater sonar, lighting and entertainment systems.
Accommodating six to eight people, powered by twin high-performance Lexus V8 engines, with advanced handling and styling.
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