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Honda has unveiled a series of models that will be introduced at this year's Tokyo Motor Show, to take place in December.

Included in its lineup of cars, motorcycles and power products, is the Motor Compo, a compact electric scooter shockingly innovative in design and characteristics.

At first sight the Motor Compo looks like a big iPhone - at least its slick lines, colour and flat shape reminds you of the Apple device. But it could equally be an ideal accessory for Asimo, the friendly-looking humanoid robot developed by the same Japanese company a couple of years ago.

In reality the scooter is an updated version of the Motocompo. An original Honda scooter also with the shape of a suitcase but with the style limitations of the 1980s.

Contrary to what you might think, the design of the new Motor Compo is not arbitrary, or premeditatedly amusing: it is designed to be folded so it can fit into a concept car that's also being shown at Tokyo, the Micro Commuter.

Another remarkable characteristic of the Motor Compo is that it can be also useful when is not on the road. Its battery is detachable and can be used as a power source at home in everyday life.

Honda describes it as "a compact EV commuter which offers the casual and convenient mobility of a two-wheeler, but also strives to be useful even when it is not being ridden."

The Tokyo Motor Show - this year in its 42^nd edition - is where Japan's auto industry goes full-on and there is always place for futuristic and bizarre proposals.

Following the concept of "What makes people feel good?" Honda will focus its performance in the exhibition in mobility. The company aims at providing "next-generation electromotive concept models including two-, three- and four-wheeled commuter vehicles designed for easy and fun mobility in future cities, mid-to-long distance commuters designed to enrich life and enhance the freedom and fun of mobility, and sporty models that pursue the joy of driving/riding."