Although Toyoda and Reithofer did not elaborate on aspects of the deal to build a sports car of the future. But most likely the sports car to be produced simultaneously it will take the platform of the Toyota Celica, as well as serve as a venue for small-engine generation Celica.
Reportedly, the sports car will carry a full electric hybrid system which became the Toyota advantage in making hybrid and electric cars. While BMW will use its ability to use carbon fiber in some sections such as BMW are pinned on the i3 and i8.
"Toyota is very strong in producing environmentally friendly cars, while BMW has the capability in technologies such as carbon fiber to be the main attraction of this sports car," said Toyoda.
In addition agreed to conduct joint research related to lithium-ion battery technology. The collaboration between BMW and Toyota also will produce a future sports car will be assembled together.
