Toyota has patented a new EV layout that could slim down bulky “skateboard” battery packs. The design moves electronics into a central tunnel, allowing thinner batteries and lower car profiles. The patents also describe a simulated manual setup—with an H-pattern shifter and clutch—to make EVs feel more like traditional performance cars. ⚡🚗

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