In a bold showcase of futuristic design and green innovation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries has unveiled the Kawasaki Corleo robot—a hydrogen-powered, four-legged robotic ride—at the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025. This revolutionary concept reimagines mobility by blending clean energy, robotics, and artificial intelligence into a rider-ready machine that can walk, adapt, and navigate across rugged terrains.
The Kawasaki Corleo robot walks on four independently powered legs, offering impressive stability and terrain agility that wheels often can’t match. Built with carbon fiber and metal, Corleo echoes the iconic DNA of Kawasaki’s motorcycle lineage—featuring sleek contours, aerodynamic symmetry, and a headlight faceplate that resembles a mechanical creature ready to roam.
Hydrogen Power with AI-Controlled Movement
At the heart of Corleo lies a 150cc hydrogen engine that generates electricity to drive its limbs—making it a clean energy alternative to gas-powered off-roaders. Ditching the conventional handlebars, the robot interprets a rider’s body movement to move forward, turn, or stop. A built-in heads-up display (HUD) provides live feedback on hydrogen levels, motion stability, and terrain tracking. This unique interface between biomechanics and artificial intelligence makes the Kawasaki Corleo robot one of the most immersive robotic riding experiences developed to date.
Designed to Conquer and Adapt
With its rubberized “hooves” designed for traction and shock absorption, Corleo is capable of jumping over obstacles and navigating across sand, gravel, and rough patches with ease. While full specs like speed, range, and runtime remain under wraps, its conceptual design demonstrates clear intent to redefine all-terrain personal mobility.
Vision for the Future
While still in concept phase, Kawasaki envisions bringing the Kawasaki Corleo robot to market by 2050, positioning it as a breakthrough in clean transportation. This robot isn’t just a machine—it’s a signal of where human-robot integration is headed, especially as decarbonization goals and AI-powered solutions reshape the transportation landscape.
Why It Matters
As the world races toward climate goals and smart mobility, the Kawasaki Corleo robot is a symbol of how traditional manufacturers are embracing the future. While competitors are developing EVs that roll, Kawasaki is preparing for a future where mobility walks—with intelligence and zero emissions.
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