The Chevy Orlando Concept was finally unveiled at the Paris Auto Show after a few initial sneak peeks. What finally appeared as the Chevrolet Orlando was a chunky-at-the-hips, kid haulin' pseudo-minivan. It's probably perfect for today's car market, but it won't roll off production lines for a couple of years.
The Chevy Orlando is based on the compact Chevy Cobalt and Cruze. As concept cars go, this was very, very tame.
Implications - I am highly skeptical as to whether or not this new car design has what it takes to replace the mini-van or the truck. While it may boast plenty of room for its passengers, the car does not sway me from keeping my beloved mini-van as my main mode of transportation.
Chunky Concept Cars
Chevy Orlando at Paris Auto Show 2008 (UPDATE)
Trend Themes
1. Compact Minivans - The concept of chunky concept cars like the Chevy Orlando may pave the way for compact minivans with ample space for passengers.
2. Crossover Vehicles - Chunky concept cars like the Chevy Orlando blur the lines between minivans and SUVs, creating opportunities for the development of crossover vehicles.
3. Sustainable Automotive Design - Chunky concept cars like the Chevy Orlando can inspire the automotive industry to prioritize sustainable design principles in terms of fuel efficiency and eco-friendly materials.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Manufacturing - The automotive manufacturing industry can explore the production of compact minivans like the Chevy Orlando to cater to the evolving preferences of customers.
2. Transportation and Logistics - The transportation and logistics industry may benefit from the development of crossover vehicles inspired by chunky concept cars like the Chevy Orlando, providing versatile options for cargo and passenger transportation.
3. Eco-friendly Materials - The eco-friendly materials industry has an opportunity to supply the automotive sector with sustainable materials as chunky concept cars like the Chevy Orlando encourage a shift towards more sustainable automotive design.