Kawasaki Heavy Industries has officially begun developing CORLEO, a four-legged electric off-road personal mobility vehicle that resembles a robotic horse. Unlike traditional wheeled electric vehicles, CORLEO uses articulated legs with a swing-arm mechanism inspired by motorcycle suspension to navigate rough and mountainous terrain, even near water. It is powered by hydrogen fuel cells rather than batteries, and riders control it by shifting their body weight, supported by electronic stabilization systems. Kawasaki envisions practical uses for CORLEO, including as an on-site mobility solution for Expo 2030 in Riyadh, and plans to launch a riding simulator and digital models for gaming and e-sports by 2027.
This project is more than a concept; Kawasaki has formed a dedicated “SAFE ADVENTURE” team reporting directly to company leadership, signaling serious intent to commercialize the technology. Leveraging its combined expertise in robotics and electric motorcycles, Kawasaki is pursuing a unique path in personal mobility by creating a rideable quadruped robot rather than humanoid robots. While widespread adoption by 2030 is unlikely, Kawasaki’s CORLEO represents an innovative fusion of robotics and electric mobility that challenges conventional vehicle design.
