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Bizarre Autonomous Car Concepts

Mercedes-Benz Debuts Two Brand New Ideas at CES 2019 Las Vegas

— January 11, 2019 — Autos
It is rumored that Mercedes-Benz shared its plans for the future at the 2019 International Consumer Electronics Show with an interesting autonomous car concept. Referred to as 'The Vision Urbanetic,' this innovation is a self-driving platform that can be combined with one of two bodies, both of which have a rather bizarrely futuristic aesthetic. While the first option can hold up to 12 people, the second can carry up to 10 cubic meters of cargo.

Mercedes-Benz's curious autonomous car concept loosely outlines the shift of luxury vehicle manufacturers to categories of ride-hailing and product delivery -- "two of the most lucrative uses of autonomous driving technology." Although The Vision Urbanetic is not near completion, the idea is surely a testimony of the expanding market and how automakers are attempting to stay relevant in it.

Photo Credits: Mark Matousek/Business Insider, Mercedez-Benz
Trend Themes
1. Autonomous Car Concepts - Automakers are exploring self-driving platforms combined with unique body designs to cater to different transportation needs.
2. Luxury Vehicle Manufacturers - Luxury car brands are shifting focus to ride-hailing and product delivery markets to maximize the potential of autonomous driving technology.
3. Expanding Market for Autonomous Vehicles - The development of bizarre and futuristic autonomous car concepts signifies the growing demand for innovative transportation solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Automotive manufacturers are incorporating disruptive design elements and autonomous technologies to stay relevant in the evolving transportation landscape.
2. Ride-hailing Services - Ride-hailing companies are poised to benefit from the advancements in autonomous driving technology by partnering with luxury vehicle manufacturers for enhanced mobility services.
3. Logistics and Delivery Services - Delivery companies can leverage autonomous car concepts with large cargo capacities to streamline and optimize their product delivery operations.
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