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Compact Automated Cabs

The OPTI Driverless Taxi Makes Urban Transport More Efficient

— July 8, 2011 — Autos
Any inhabitant of a large city knows that no one form of transportation is truly better than another. Each has its own advantages and frustration. In an attempt to introduce an effective solution to commuter circulation, the subcompact OPTI Driverless Taxi was developed by designer Paul Piliste.

Several aspects make this automated automobile so attractive, and the first is its compact size. Four seated adults can comfortably fit within the lightweight concept car, and the absence of a dashboard gives occupants added space. No steering wheel is necessary because the OPTI Driverless Taxi does exactly as its name suggests, it drives itself. The passenger can pay for his journey by credit card, input his destination, and the intelligent pod-like vehicle can navigate safely there.
Trend Themes
1. Compact Autonomous Vehicles - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop compact autonomous vehicles for urban transportation, providing efficient and space-saving mobility solutions.
2. Self-driving Taxis - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create self-driving taxis that eliminate the need for a human driver, enhancing safety and convenience in urban transportation.
3. Intelligent Transportation Systems - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop intelligent transportation systems that can navigate autonomously, improving traffic flow and reducing congestion in cities.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Revolutionize the automotive industry by designing and manufacturing compact automated cars for urban mobility.
2. Transportation and Logistics Industry - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Disrupt the transportation and logistics industry by introducing self-driving taxis as a convenient and efficient mode of transportation.
3. Smart Cities Industry - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Drive advancements in the smart cities industry by developing intelligent transportation systems that optimize urban mobility.
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