In Japan we can find many strange looking customized cars. Mitsuoka Motors is famous for creating such unusual cars with their slogan ‘A small factory with a big dream’. Mitsuoka Orochi is one of them which is named after a Japanese mythological eight headed snake. Orochi is Japan’s only supercar. This model was first created in 2001 and recently updated for 2007. Mitsuoka will start manufacturing this supercar next year. The eight headed monster on wheels will be priced at around 88,450 US dollars !!
Mitsuoka motors is also famous for its mini-cars and micro-cars. Recently Mitsuoka displayed its 180 Kg. Micro-car in one of the auto events in Japan. This car is powered by 50cc two-stroke engine. Total length of this micro car is only 2490 mm with width at just 1290 mm. With its weight of only 180kg, the Micro can achieve a top speed of 50 km/h while returning an average fuel efficiency of 30km per liter.
This car is targetted at motorists in crowded inner city areas where parking can be a major issue. The Micro is still in its final testing stage and is awaiting safety approvals from Japan’s traffic ministry. Mitsuoka plans to supply the cars in kit as well as completed form.
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