"The highlight of the design is the vertical frame, which allows Isuzu's modular delivery truck to attach and detach modules in both vertical and horizontal directions. For example, a cargo box can be lifted and replaced with another one, or a passenger cabin can be mounted instead. It is this flexibility that makes it possible for the vehicle to use the same base for multiple purposes during the ride or delivery so there's no need to use other cars or transport systems."
"At Japan Mobility Show 2025, visitors can see the front part of Isuzu and UD Trucks's modular delivery truck can work on its own like a mini car. It holds the cabin with sensors, cameras, and control systems and, potentially, the electric motors that power the wheels and batteries for energy storage. Behind the front unit are cargo modules, which attach to the same vertical frame, and each module has its own wheel set that can move independently."
The Vertical Core Cycle Concept is a prototype modular delivery vehicle shown at Japan Mobility Show 2025. The vehicle uses a vertical frame that enables modules to be attached and detached both vertically and horizontally, allowing cargo boxes or passenger cabins to be swapped during operation. The front driving module houses the cabin, sensors, cameras, control systems, and potential electric motors and batteries. Rear cargo modules attach to the same frame and each have independent wheel sets that balance load and enable easy connection or removal. Wheels include surface panels that can be removed or adjusted to match cargo size. Mechanical locking joins are used for secure connections.
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