Subaru Brought New Friends to the Japan Mobility Show 2023!

Competition Subaru is eager to witness the anticipated innovations from both Subaru of America well as the international Subaru Corporation. From the brand-new, first-ever eco-friendly Subaru, the Subaru Solterra, to the latest line-up of 2024 vehicles such as the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, WRX and more, our friendly staff has been staying connected with all of Subaru’s latest information and installments. The Subaru Corporation isn’t shying away from their conceptional future in mobility! In late October, Subaru attended the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023, bringing along two concept models rooted in “Enjoyment and Peace of Mind.” Meet Subaru’s Air Mobility and Sport Mobility Concept Vehicles!

The Subaru Air Mobility Concept

The world of aviation, electrification and automotive technologies are constantly advancing. Subaru is fully committed to combining all aspects of technology’s most recent innovations to exceed the general public’s future expectations for air mobility. This goal of amplifying air-travel is Subaru’s “Air Mobility Revolution”. With a goal of a future with “more freedom in mobility”, Subaru has unabashedly displayed their concepts and collected designs/data openly at the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW in late October, 2023. It was unveiled at the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023 that both aerospace as well as automotive engineers are working together on the Subaru Air Mobility Concept vehicle as well as its flight demonstrations.

Exteriorally, this aero-concept from Subaru looks like a “modern” flying car with distinct headlights, taillights and Subaru branding in the middle of the front and rear-end. Its flat outer edges are comprised of strong Subaru propellers. 

Why Aerospace?

Did you know that Subaru is very familiar with aerospace engineering?! Subaru has been building helicopters under contract for Bell since June of 1960. With pre-established roots in the commercial aircraft market, Subaru is one of the best automakers to enter the personal aircraft game. 

In December of 2022, the Guatemalan Air Force received two Subaru Bell 412EPX helicopters.

In July of 2022, the New York Police Department’s Aviation Unit purchased two Bell Subaru 412EPX aircrafts, with configuration plans for Search and Research missions. These two helicopters are the ninth Bell product to join the NYPD’s rotorcraft fleet!

In May of 2023, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department Aviation Unit, based in Camarillo, California, purchased their own new Subaru Bell 412EPX helicopter.

Additionally, in October of 2023, the Subaru Corporation announced they were awarded TWO contracts for Subaru Bell 412EPX helicopters for Japan’s Nara and Miyazaki governments/prefectures. These helicopters will be utilized for firefighting, emergency medical services, rescue, and information gathering. 

There are many more stories of many different departments calling upon Subaru and Bell’s aero-capabilities! Including the newest aero-contracts signed in October of 2023, the total number of Subaru Bell helicopters simply ordered in Japan’s commercial market totals to nine! Will you also call upon the impressive aircraft capabilities from Bell and Subaru?

The Subaru Sport Mobility Concept 

The Subaru Sport Mobility Concept vehicle is an active participant in Subaru’s evolution of Subaru’s Sport Values. This eco-friendly concept vehicle embodies the pleasure of going anywhere, at any time. This driver-centric, battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) showcases its exciting ability to drive at will and turn the everyday into the extraordinary.

On the exterior, Subaru has integrated taut, clean body panels designed to minimize character and surface lines. The result? An innovative, sleek, 3-Dimensional shape that provides a sense of both efficient airflow as well as able-bodied protection.

With pronounced fenders, a wide stance, AWD and capabilities of controlling all four wheels at will, you’ll never want to leave the driver’s seat! To make commanding this concept vehicle even more tantalizing, it is designed with excellent visibility and perceptibility, thanks to its low-seating position. With a package that accomplishes peace of mind and an enjoyable drive, we’re itching to climb into its interior!  

What’s Up with the Wait? 

Subaru wanted to wait to see how the new, exciting Subaru Solterra EV performed before making any additional EV efforts and plans. Neither of these aero-innovations seem prepared for the production line, although Competition Subaru and Subaru of America cannot say for sure! To view confirmed future vehicles from Subaru, visit their Future Vehicles and Concepts webpage. For additional information and imagery from the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023, visit their main event and program webpage, as well as their Photo and Video Gallery!