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Autonomous Option Sportscars

The BMW Vision M Next Concept Car is Both Driver and Driverless

— July 4, 2019 — Autos
BMW has released a concept sports car for those who enjoy driving, but not under all conditions, the car is titled the BMW Vision M Next. The company announced the concept car at its NextGen event, where it was highlighted that the vehicle will have both autonomous capabilities, but drivers could also take control as they see fit.

The BMW Vision M Next is powered by a four-cylinder hybrid engine, that can output 600 horsepower. The car has a top speed of 186 mph and can go from zero to 60 in prominently three seconds. The car can also run exclusively on electric power for 62 miles, meaning drivers could use electric power for most of their short trips.

Other noteworthy features include a facial recognition feature, that is used to unlock the vehicle.


Image Credit: BMW
Trend Themes
1. Autonomous Capabilities - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced autonomous driving systems for sports cars that offer drivers the option to switch between autonomous and manual driving.
2. Hybrid Powertrain - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create more efficient and powerful hybrid engines for sports cars that offer enhanced performance and extended electric-only range.
3. Facial Recognition - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement facial recognition technology in vehicles to enhance security and provide personalized user experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive innovation in the automotive industry by developing cutting-edge technologies and systems for autonomous and hybrid sports cars.
2. Electric Vehicle - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advance the electric vehicle industry by creating sports cars with extended electric-only range and fast charging capabilities.
3. Artificial Intelligence - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Push the boundaries of AI technology by integrating facial recognition systems into vehicles, enabling new applications in personalized user experiences and security.
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