# Bizarre Autonomous Car Concepts Mercedes-Benz Debuts Two Brand New Ideas at CES 2019 Las Vegas By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-01-11 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-car-concept References: [businessinsider](https://www.businessinsider.com/mercedes-benz-shows-vision-urbanetic-concept-at-ces-2019-2019-1) & [mercedes-benz](https://www.mercedes-benz.com/en/mercedes-benz/vehicles/transporter/vision-urbanetic-the-mobility-of-the-future/) It is rumored that [Mercedes-Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-v) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-minda), [Mercedez-Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-eqxx) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Autonomous Car Concepts:** Automakers are exploring self-driving platforms combined with unique body designs to cater to different transportation needs. - **Luxury Vehicle Manufacturers:** Luxury car brands are shifting focus to ride-hailing and product delivery markets to maximize the potential of autonomous driving technology. - **Expanding Market for Autonomous Vehicles:** The development of bizarre and futuristic autonomous car concepts signifies the growing demand for innovative transportation solutions. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** Automotive manufacturers are incorporating disruptive design elements and autonomous technologies to stay relevant in the evolving transportation landscape. - **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. - **Logistics and Delivery Services:** Delivery companies can leverage autonomous car concepts with large cargo capacities to streamline and optimize their product delivery operations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-vision-oneeleven.md) - [Entertainment-Integrated Luxe Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-v.md) - [Oversized Well-Appointed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-urbansphere-concept.md) - [Stylish Concept Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-cla.md) - [Solar-Powered Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-eqxx.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Art Deco Show-Car Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-iconic.md) - [Steering Wheel-Free Autonomous Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innerspace.md) - [Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-imobility.md)