Lexus NX runs on ice

The driveable NX was created in association with London-based Hamilton Ice Sculptors and the project involved three months’ research, design and testing.

Creating Amazing is what Lexus is about. The Lexus NX, which was the vehicle of choice in this case, didn’t have any problems starting its engine after the “cool” experience, as the company states. Toyota‘s luxury brand has equipped the Lexus NX, a crossover SUV, with the world’s first set of working wheels and tyres sculpted from ice. I’m not an ice-shaping guru. To ensure a faithful transition from rubber to ice, the car’s original wheels and tires were laser-scanned to capture every detail, down to the individual tire treads.

Do you know how long it took for one wheel to be made? Each ice wheel has been painstakingly created to resemble the real deal, down to accurately spaced tyre grooves – totally superficial of course, as perpetually icy tyres wouldn’t offer much in the way of grip. The model of choice was the NX that was deep-frozen and stored for five days at -22°F (-30°C).

The wheels are also outfitted with LED lights, making the auto look super cool.

The ice used was made from softened water that was taken from a moving flow because it had to be perfectly clear when taken from the freezer.

Well, maybe this will – inserted into the wheels are acrylic parts, in order for them not to break down, as the auto weighs about 2 tons.

It has been a big year for Lexus and viral video stunts.

This isn’t the first time that Lexus has pulled a questionable stunt to highlight the care with which its cars are made.