Toyota Mobi electric bubble car for kids

Toyota Mobi electric bubble car for kids - At the Japan Mobility Show 2025, Toyota introduced one of its most surprising concepts yet — Mobi, a self-driving electric “bubble car” designed exclusively for children. On view from October 30th to November 9th, the prototype is part of Toyota’s ongoing Mobility for All initiative, aimed at creating inclusive vehicles that can transport anyone, regardless of age or ability.

Playful in both form and spirit, the Mobi concept is shaped like a small spaceship-inspired pod, finished in bright colors and fitted with LED eyes that blink and “look around” as if engaging directly with its young passengers. The design blurs the line between toy and technology, embodying a child’s sense of wonder with the sophistication of autonomous AI.

To board, parents open the upward-swinging door, allowing the child to step inside and fasten themselves into a soft, fuzzy seat designed for comfort and reassurance. Once secured, the AI assistant “UX Friend” takes over — chatting with the passenger, offering guidance, and controlling every movement of the vehicle. Direction, speed, and navigation are all handled automatically, giving children the experience of “driving” independently, while remaining completely safe.

While technical specifications have yet to be disclosed, the lightweight shell appears to be made of plastic or composite materials, reinforced with integrated cameras and sensors that detect obstacles and ensure safety in motion. The Mobi’s compact, rounded structure enhances protection while maintaining an open, airy interior that feels more like a playroom than a car cabin.

Presented as part of Toyota’s vision for future mobility, the Mobi reimagines transportation not just as a function — but as an experience of freedom, interaction, and imagination for the next generation.

The company has not yet confirmed when public road tests with children will begin, but the prototype signals a new era where mobility meets empathy — one autonomous ride at a time.

Written by Otávio Santiago, a visual designer whose work blends clarity, rhythm, and storytelling. Between Berlin and Lisbon, he creates across print, motion, branding, and immersive 3D environments.