Some concept cars are remembered because they toured auto shows, filled magazine covers, or previewed production models. Others nearly disappear. The Toyota MX-1 falls into the second group. Known today mostly through a small set of archival images, the MX-1 was a rare early-1980s concept from CALTY Design Research, Toyota’s California-based design studio. It was not a mass-market sports car proposal. It was something more ambitious: a premium, mid-engine halo sports car with

Toyota FT-SX was developed by Calty Design Research in collaboration with Toyota’s Advanced Product Strategy Group and unveiled at the North American International Auto Show. Designed for young families, the FT-SX explores a new crossover space—lower and wider than an SUV, but taller, roomier, and more versatile than a traditional sedan. The FT-SX features a bold, two-volume silhouette with four doors and no B-pillars, making entry and exit easier and opening up the cabin. In

On the official opening day of the New York Auto Show, Scion unveiled the Scion t2B Concept, a vehicle that had been kept completely hidden—even from the automotive press. While its boxy proportions invite comparisons to the Scion xB, Scion made it clear that the t2B was not designed as a direct replacement. Instead, it was positioned as an exploration of a new direction that could stand on its own within the brand’s lineup. The t2B Concept is larger than the xB in both lengt

The 1982 Toyota MX-1 Concept, a creation of Calty, emerged as a premium mid-engine halo sports car during an era when Calty's focus and role were evolving alongside Toyota's expansion. The 1970s marked a period of discovery and research for CALTY under studio chief and Executive Vice President Mamoru Yaegashi, with a focus on exploring future design trends. The 1980s witnessed a significant shift in Calty's approach, emphasizing innovative design language and techniques. Desi

The 2005 Scion t2B Concept, short for “Tall 2 Box,” was a daring and unconventional prototype created by Calty Design Research, Toyota’s...

The 2004 Toyota FTX Concept was a bold vision for the future of full-size pickup trucks, blending rugged capability with hybrid...

The 2004 Lexus LF-C Concept, revealed at the New York Auto Show, showcased a bold and futuristic design direction for Lexus.

The 2003 Toyota FJ Cruiser Concept made its debut at the Chicago Auto Show, showcasing a design that pays homage to the classic Toyota FJ...

The 2003 Lexus HPX Concept was designed by a studio in Newport Beach, California, with the aim of defining the future philosophy of Lexus...

The 2001 Toyota RSC Concept, short for "Rugged Sport Coupe," was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show and represented a departure from...

The 1977 Toyota CAL-1 Concept, introduced at the Tokyo Motor Show and later showcased at the 1978 Chicago Auto Show, was a...

The 1983 Toyota MX-2 Concept stands as a testament to Calty's innovative design pursuits during the 1980s. As Toyota's design arm...