Apex's new electric performance vehicle has a number of new features, and also an AR race coach. The car is titled the 'AP-O, and the race coach will be a hologram that can help the driver reduce lap times and learn tactics for different tracks. The electric vehicle will be priced at approximately $184,000, however, production will not be scheduled until late 2022.
The car is powered by a motor system that can accelerate the vehicle to a speed of 62MPH in 2.3 seconds. IT also has a top speed of 190MPH and a range of 320 miles. The system also LiDAR, which enables Level 3 autonomous capabilities, which gives it functions like auto emergency braking and more.
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Apex's 'AP-O' Will Have an AR Race Coach to Help Drivers Reduce Lap Times
Trend Themes
1. AR Race Coach - The integration of augmented reality race coaches in electric performance vehicles provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for personalized driver training and improved lap times.
2. Electric Performance Vehicles - The rise of electric performance vehicles presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the automotive industry to cater to environmentally conscious consumers while offering high-speed and high-performance capabilities.
3. Autonomous Capabilities - The implementation of autonomous capabilities, such as LiDAR, in electric vehicles opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for enhanced safety features and self-driving functions.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can leverage the trend of AR race coaches and electric performance vehicles to attract tech-savvy and eco-conscious consumers, while providing advanced driving experiences.
2. Augmented Reality - The augmented reality industry can explore the application of race coaching technology beyond the automotive sector, offering personalized training and guidance for various sports and activities.
3. Technology - The technology industry can capitalize on the integration of autonomous capabilities in electric vehicles, developing advanced sensor systems and software algorithms to enhance safety and enable self-driving functionalities.