The Lincoln Model L 100 concept is a battery-electric grand tourer that pays homage to the brand's first luxury vehicle, the 1922 Model L.
The futuristic and massive concept has an aerodynamic, low-slung body that features a sweeping glass roof that opens and reverse-hinged doors that lift to give a sense of ceremony. The Ford brand notes that the wheel covers use lighting and sensors to communicate motion and battery life.
The shade of the vehicle's exterior is "cool, open-air blue" A Kammback, or K-tail, rear end that slopes down and then abruptly cuts off for improved aerodynamics is part of the futuristic design.
The cabin is trimmed with recycled fabrics. The front seats flip to face passengers in the rear seats and there is an interactive chessboard in the center console. According to the company, the console has a jewel-inspired chess piece controller that captures light and depth.
Lincoln said the car will have a digital floor, but did not say what that means beyond that, or what it means to transport passengers to the sanctuary of tomorrow.
Outlandish concepts like the Lincoln Model L 100 are often couched as design or research exercises that allow companies to explore what their future portfolio might look like. Lincoln will likely use the process to determine interest in certain features or designs as it pushes forward with plans to fullyelectrify half of its offerings by the year 2050.
The Lincoln Model L is part of an emerging trend that shows where the industry is going. Lincoln is one of several American manufacturers that have released concept cars this year that recall the early 20th century.
The Chrysler Airflow concept, named after the original Chrysler Airflow, was unveiled at the New York auto show. Chrysler said the concept can travel up to 400 miles on a single charge and comes with fast-charging capability as well as a long list of technologies.
The Cadillac InnerSpace is an electric concept that is inspired by the two passenger runabouts of the brand. The concept does not have a steering wheel or pedals.
Even as it pushes forward a sleek and forward- looking design, the Lincoln Model L 100 takes a trek down memory lane.
The 1922 Model L is the inspiration for the concept. Ford purchased the bankrupt company in 1922 and produced the Model L for a year. The Lincoln Model K replaced the 81-hp V8 model after 10 years.
Is Lincoln going to take a few bits and pieces from this idea or is he going to go all in? The fact that it is a low-slung grand tourer deserves more attention than the reversehinged doors and glass roof.
Lincoln doesn't sell SUVs in the US. The Continental will no longer be produced in the US in 2020. Much of Lincoln's attention these days is China, which may mean this grand tourer concept, or something like it, will head overseas while a vehicle inspired by the Lincoln Star Concept goes on sale in the U.S.
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