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It seems like a nice step up from the current Segways.

A lot of work must be done in making these socially acceptable. Segway definitely failed at that. I think Toyota has the capital and brand to take it to the next level.

Hopefully they put the resources towards it because I'd like to see what happens with this.




Step up? It has 1/4th the speed and 1/8th the range. I dig the no-hands version, but at that speed and range it would be much quicker to just walk.


I agree. The "stick" version actually makes the Segway look cool. The no-hands version moves pretty well, although it kind of looks like a ThighMaster on wheels.

C'mon Toyota! Still waiting for my hover wing like the Hobgoblin had!




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