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USA Today
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- USA Today
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@
Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
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. #EXPO2025: Head to Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan and check out the CORLEO from Kawasaki Group. The concept-model robot is ridden like a horse 🐎, powered sustainably by hydrogen fuel, and promises to be the future of transportation!#InnovationJapan — japan (@japan) June 19, 2025 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. 2025 Scooter Cannonball: Who's crazy enough to enter the Scooter Cannonball? These riders may surprise you Per a Kawasaki news release, here's a better look at what makes up Corleo: Power: 150cc hydrogen engine, mounted at the vehicle's rear Legs: Four mechanical legs. The rear and front legs move independently from each other to absorb shocks during walking and running. Hooves: Rubber, slip-resistant hooves that adapt to different terrain Navigation system: Digital system that displays hydrogen levels, route maps, a rider's center of gravity and during night, projection markers on the road's surface to indicate the path ahead In a news release, Kawasaki states that the Corleo concept could be released in 2050. 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@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Kawasaki's robotic horse concept Corleo still turning heads
USA Today
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- USA Today
A robotic horse? Motorcycle company continue 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. 2025 Scooter Cannonball: Who's crazy enough to enter the Scooter Cannonball? These riders may surprise you 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@
Forbes
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Forbes
A Four-Legged Rideable Robot Is A Man-Made Horse Powered By Hydrogen
The Corleo is a futuristic four-legged personal mobility vehicle. It had to happen. One day, humans had to attempt to make their own horse. Or a machine as close as can be to a rideable Rottweiler. Boasting the combined attributes of a horse, a mountain lion and a motorcycle, here it is—the Kawasaki Corleo concept. That's right, it'll be a while before you can actually buy one. Check out the video below. According to the company, one day deep in the R&D department, someone dared to ask, 'What if we put legs on an all-terrain vehicle?' So, working outside of their comfort zone, engineers created the Corleo. The resulting vehicle incorporates the company's vision of mobility in 2050, where instinct, technology and the natural environment move in sync. Or at least, that's what Kawasaki Heavy Industries says. The Corleo is fueled by hydrogen. Corleo is a 4-legged rideable robot targeting a 2050 future Unveiled recently at the Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan, the Corleo is a revolutionary off-road personal mobility vehicle—a rideable robot propelled by four legs and powered by an engine fueled with hydrogen. While Kawasaki did actually unveil this real-life concept, it was the brand's computer-generated video that has generated intense interest online. Making the Corleo look like a hoot to ride, the imagery portrays a rideable four-legged robot that comes across as an advanced version of Boston Dynamics' Spot—the dog-like robot mixed with the fun of Luke Skywalker's Landspeeder cruiser. Having racked up over 1.1 million views so far, the CGI video shows the Corleo galloping through a thick forest, frolicking across a field, leaping across a small gorge and trotting across a snowy outcrop in a landscape mimicking scenes from Lord of the Rings. The Corleo's hydrogen tanks can be seen at the rear end. As far as actual riding goes, Kawasaki says that the Corleo mimics the responsive feel of an ATV or even a motorcycle, but instead of using wheels, it employs independently articulating legs with swing arms that absorb impact and shocks and adapt to uneven terrain. Each leg is fitted with a hoof made from slip-resistant rubber, split left-to-right to adapt to different surfaces like grass, gravel, and rock. This four-legged construction maintains balance and stability as it keeps the rider's body in an upright forward-looking posture, even when climbing steps. Corleo employs some clever design ideas, including independent legs, a hydrogen engine and steering through weight shifts using sensors in the stirrups and handlebars. The rear leg unit can swing up and down independently from the front leg unit, allowing it to absorb shocks during walking and running. A 150cc hydrogen engine produces electricity to propel the leg-mounted drive units, with rear-mounted hydrogen canisters supplying fuel to deliver low emissions and silent operation. An onboard GPS navigation screen guides riders by mapping a path up or down a hill, while also ensuring the rider's center of gravity, and hydrogen fuel levels. "While preserving the joy of riding, the vehicle continually monitors the rider's movements to achieve a reassuring sense of unity between human and machine," Kawasaki said.
Economist
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Economist
Companies have plans to build robotic horses
In a break from tradition, Kawasaki, a Japanese motorcycle maker, has announced plans to build a new breed of off-road machine shaped like a robotic horse. Corleo, as the machine is called, has a body like a headless steed, complete with four multi-jointed legs powered by electric motors. A pair of handlebars serves as reins and adjustable leg supports, of the kind found on motorbikes, pass for stirrups. Corleo will also not require a farrier: instead of being shod with steel horseshoes, its hooves are clad in rubber. This will help it absorb shocks and improve its grip.
