Category: User Experience

INDI EV brings social-media-oriented EV to CES

Posted by Gary Mason | Jan 10, 2022 | Electrification, Gaming, Startups, User Experience, Vehicles

The INDI One is said to be the first electric vehicle equipped with an integrated supercomputer for content creation—and high-end gaming.

Airflow previews Chrysler’s plans to go all-electric by 2028

Posted by Gary Mason | Jan 7, 2022 | Design, Electrification, Software, User Experience, Vehicles

Debuting at CES 2022, the new concept electric vehicle also has a heavy focus on a customizable user experience that is part of the focus of a broader deal between parent Stellantis and Amazon on software-defined technology.

Mid-size ET5 smart electric sedan headlines Nio Day 2021

Posted by Kevin Jost | Dec 20, 2021 | Electrification, User Experience, Vehicles

Essentially a slightly smaller version of the ET7 flagship sedan, the new car hits the market in September with maximum outputs of 360 kW and 700 N·m, a top CLTC range of 1000 km, and user experience enhancing Nreal AR glasses, Nolo VR glasses, and Dolby Atmos surround sound.

WayRay concept car showcases ‘world’s first’ holographic displays

Posted by Kevin Jost | Dec 16, 2021 | Augmented Reality, Autonomy, Business Development, Design, Mobility Services, Technology, User Experience, Vehicles

Designed in collaboration with Sasha Selipanov and featuring the company’s latest holographic technology, the battery-electric Holograktor is said to be the first car designed around content consumption and interaction as well as holographic glazing.

EEVEE updates EV data app with a commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility

Posted by James Rudolph | Oct 29, 2021 | Electrification, Software, User Experience

The company plans to integrate its updated app with all major OEMs and connect 20% of all EV’s in the U.S. and Europe by 2026.

Harman, SBD report looks at EV experience challenges and opportunities

Posted by Kevin Jost | Oct 6, 2021 | Analysis, Electrification, User Experience

The partners led a specially created EPM Advisory Council aimed at solving the complex issues focused on electric vehicles and how the current shift towards vehicle electrification is impacting the consumer experience in the car.

British consortium shows a lightweight electric sports car of the future

Posted by Kevin Jost | Sep 22, 2021 | Design, Electrification, Materials, Startups, User Experience, Vehicles

Launched at the CENEX-LCV show, the Aura was developed by Astheimer Design, BAMD Composites, Conjure, and Potenza Technology with sustainability at its core and efficiency driving its design to show what is possible for the future of driver’s cars.

Mercedes-Benz revives Vision AVTR for thought control

Posted by Kevin Jost | Sep 15, 2021 | Artificial Intelligence, Design, User Experience, Vehicles

A potential future for human-vehicle interaction was on display by Mercedes-Benz at the IAA Mobility 2021 event in Munich, with the possible application of brain-computer interface technology allowing users to use the power of thought to control certain vehicle functions.

Volkswagen ID. LIFE previews €20,000 small EV

Posted by Kevin Jost | Sep 9, 2021 | Design, Electrification, User Experience, Vehicles

The compact concept crossover shown at the IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich combines sustainability, digital technology, a simplified design, and an innovative interior that previews an ID. family expansion in the small-car segment from 2025.

BMW goes Circular with sustainable luxury mobility concept

Posted by Kevin Jost | Sep 8, 2021 | Design, Electrification, User Experience, Vehicles

With the i Vision Circular at the IAA Mobility 2021 event in Munich, BMW is looking ahead to a compact car for the year 2040 that is focused on sustainable luxury.