Many have accused Toyota and its luxury brand Lexus of being late in the EV game. But in recent years, both companies have really shown that they have a place in sustainable motoring. In fact, Lexus is fully committed to having a fully electric product range by 2035, and it has just offered a glimpse of that future at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show.

Previewing a production model slated for launch in 2026 is the LF-ZC (Lexus Future Zero-emission Catalyst). Measuring 4.75m in length, it’s about as long as the RZ. One of the key features of this vehicle is the Arene OS software, which can customize many aspects of the user experience based on customer preferences.

The cockpit of the LF-ZC consists of two touchpads on either side of the tiller and a unique instrument display. The idea is that drivers can keep their eyes on the road as all the controls are within easy reach and within their central field of vision. Also helping out in this respect is an AI-based voice recognition system called “Butler,” which can learn user needs and suggest ways on how to address those needs.

While performance figures have not been revealed, Lexus says that the production version of the LF-ZC will be built using an innovative manufacturing process. Motors, tires, and batteries will initially be put together to form rolling platforms. These semi-complete vehicles will then drive themselves toward the various stages of the production line. The automaker claims that such a system will reduce costs and increase flexibility.

At the more opulent end of Lexus’s vision of the future is the LF-ZL (Lexus Future Zero-emission Luxury). Larger than the LF-ZC, this car appears to have a more advanced version of Arene OS. Passengers can simply point to objects of interest and the software will provide bits of information about them. One of the LF-ZL’s goals is to allow its occupants to seamlessly interact with the outside environment from the confines of the vehicle.

Are you excited about what Lexus has in store for the future?