Autonomous Vehicle
Premium
Urban
Riding
Ecosystem
1 Pre-Consumer Recycling
From production waste of the carbon structure, body panels made of recycled carbon are manufactured.
2 Vegan Leather
All upholstery fabrics are made entirely from plant-based materials. No animal products are used for the interior.
3 Universal Design
APURE recognizes the needs of all users, no matter their age or ability, without barriers or discrimination.
4 Infrared Protection
The protective films block harmful infrared radiation inside the shuttle, which reduces overheating.
5 Inclusive Design
An optional wheelchair space and a low-angle ramp for access with mobility aids.
6 Electric Drive
The use of electric motors enables local emission-free operation and quiet travel.
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Our APURE shuttle is fully equipped to provide passengers with all essential information during autonomous operation.
Clear, visible controls ensure that passengers remain in control at all times.
A central touchscreen interface offers additional information and allows for direct support contact. -
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- Two Large Passenger Information Displays above the seatbenches
- Central Communication Hub for Instant Problem Assistance
- Protruding operating buttons for immediate accessibility
- Entry lights and functional lights in the floor area for conflict-free operation
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Plenty of open space and easy access areas, all designed to keep the passenger at the center of the experience.
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The spaces are adaptable to your needs. The left side, featuring a mother-child seat, can be turned into a family area.
On the right, an optional folding seat allows for face-to-face seating.
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The shuttle provides space for an optional wheelchair area, highlighted by floor light guides.
The spacious interior also allows for easy luggage storage under the benches.
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The center console offers full control of the shuttle, enhancing passenger safety. An emergency stop switch ensures the shuttle can be halted instantly.
The touchscreen allows for easy contact with service personnel and provides additional journey information.
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Spacious seating and premium features define APURE’s unique character.
Enjoy wireless charging in the side storage, enhanced safety with seat belts,
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Large, easy-to-reach grab handles on the seats provide secure support when needed.
Oversized, protruding buttons give the button constant accessibility and good visibility.
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Integrated seat belts and standardized power sockets in the bench seats ensure both safety and convenience for all devices.
The design seamlessly incorporates these safety features, making them a natural part of the experience.
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The armrests provide optional comfort and privacy, even when all seats are occupied.
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The APURE interior stands out with its timeless design and distinctive colors.
The space feels like a living room, thanks to soft lighting and new upholstery, offering a refreshing change from standard bus interiors.
The E-Ink displays, which emit no light, help to simulate a moment in nature for the passengers.
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Warm wood tones and the graduated shades of green on the seat upholstery give the shuttle the natural look that is needed more in urban spaces.
More nature for the city!
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Ultrasuede™ used for all around the interior and the pillars, is environmentally-conscious material using 100% plant-based polyester*. The unique soft touch with luxurious texture creates a warm atmosphere and high-quality travel space that has never been seen before in normal public transport.
* 100% plant-based polyester in keeping with ISO 16620-1 3.1.5 biobased synthetic polymer content standard.
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Ultrasuede™ nu used for the seats, is environmentally-conscious material using 100% plant-based polyester*. It’s luxury and reminiscent of premium aniline leather, but has also high functionality like breathabilty, providing passengers a smooth and comfortable ride. It can give a great advantage also for operators, because of it’s light weight and super durability.
* 100% plant-based polyester in keeping with ISO 16620-1 3.1.5 biobased synthetic polymer content standard.
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The seats and pillars of APURE concept model are cushioned with a high-performance polyolefin foam called TORAYPEF™. This foam is placed under the Ultrasuede surface to provide padding in areas where people touch the interior and gives a softer, more comfortable feel. For APURE concept model, we use a new grade of PEF. This version is partially made from plant-based materials in development.
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For public transport vehicles, making the interior flame retardant and flame sielding is a consideration, and the APURE concept model is designed to use Gulfeng™, which has these properties. Gulfeng™ will not puncture or tear even when exposed to flames, and its ability to prevent flame penetration ensures passenger safety.
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Toray Plastics Precision’s carbon fiber reinforced resin extrusion material is a combination of PA6 and carbon fiber, and can be processed using conventional engineering plastic equipment. It is a material that is lightweight, strong, tough, easy to process, recyclable, and suitable for mass production. When used for speaker covers, it has been evaluated as faithfully reproducing the original sound, and has begun to be adopted in some areas.
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Toraypearl™ PA6 is a PA6 powder with spherical particle size achieved through Toray’s proprietary polymerization technology, and has optimal properties for 3D printing. Toraypearl™’s spherical shape provides excellent fluidity and filling during lamination, enabling 3D printing with smooth surfaces and precise shapes, and it was used in the handle of the APURE concept model.
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Plastic optical fiber Raytela™ is used for in-vehicle lighting, taking advantage of its light weight and easy-to-bend characteristics. In addition to ambient lighting through end lighting and side lighting, it can be used for a wide range of automotive interior lighting, such as decorative lighting for door trims by weaving optical fiber.
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The APURE concept model uses carbon fiber in the frame to support the vehicle body, making it lighter and more energy-efficient.In the future, some parts of the vehicle are expected to incorporate recycled carbon fiber, which is currently in development. The APURE model also takes a fresh approach to sustainability by using recycled materials in the exterior design.
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In this APURE concept model, it is envisioned that carbon fiber will be used for the ramp intended for wheelchair access. Compared to ramps made of metals such as aluminum, this is expected to be lighter, which could be advantageous for automating the lift mechanism.
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The APURE concept model includes a glass roof with Toray’s metal-free film, PICASUS™ IR, sandwiched between two layers of glass. This film blocks infrared rays, keeping the interior cooler and improving energy efficiency. PICASUS™ IR allows passengers to enjoy the outside view in comfort, making public transport a more pleasant experience.