A robotic horse? Motorcycle company continues to turn heads over concept
If self-driving cars feel otherworldly, a leading motorcycle manufacturer is looking to up the game with a futuristic, off-roading mobility vehicle that resembles a mechanical horse.
Corleo, a concept introduced by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, is a four-legged, all-terrain vehicle. Functioning similar to a motorcycle, Corleo is controlled by a rider's weight shifts. It features slip-resistant rubber hooves, a hydrogen-powered engine, and a digital navigation system.
Known for its motorcycles, Kawasaki debuted Corleo in April, during the Japan World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. The robot has been brought back to the forefront thanks to this recent June 19 post by @japan, an official account managed by the Government of Japan, and this June 21 article in Forbes.
A CGI YouTube video of the vehicle, racing through forests, scaling cliffs and jumping over rock formations, had more than 1.2 million videos, as of June 24.
"Forget horses. Forget wheels. This thing walks like a beast," TikTok creator Tech Lab said in a video. "Rocks, stairs, whatever. It doesn't care. Not sci-fi, not a dream. It's Kawasaki and it's real."
Intrigued to learn more? Here's what to know about Kawasaki's Corleo concept.
How does Corleo work?
Per a Kawasaki news release, here's a better look at what makes up Corleo:
When will Corleo be released?
In a news release, Kawasaki states that the Corleo concept could be released in 2050.
How much will Corleo cost?
Kawasaki has not indicated how much Corleo would cost upon availability.
Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
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