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# Aviation-Inspired Autonomous Car Concepts
Citroën's 19_19 is a Luxury Idea for the Brand's 100th

By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-05-15 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-car-concepts
References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/05/14/citroen-19_19-concept-car-design/) & [citroen](https://www.citroen.com/en/)

Slick autonomous car concepts have been in extreme focus as automakers compete on providing the most user-focused, high-tech experience. Citroën feeds into this market with a stylish new idea for an ultra-luxurious automobile which takes inspiration from aviation design. Described as "a living room on wheels" and as offering a "magic carpet ride," it is easy to assume that the manufacturer attempted to create an incredibly seamless riding experience for passengers.

The proposed autonomous car concept — which is dubbed '19_19,' fuses elements of an aircraft and a helicopter. The car relies on Citroen's Progressive Hydraulic Cushion suspension, "natural sponge"-like 30-inch wheels which are developed in collaboration with Goodyear, as well as an abundance of smart sensors that detect road conditions and a personal assistant that is powered by artificial intelligence.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.9/10
- Popularity: 93% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Autonomous Car Concepts:** Luxury, aircraft and helicopter-inspired autonomous car concepts are disrupting the automotive industry, driving competition towards more user-focused experiences.
- **Aviation Design Inspiration:** Automakers are finding inspiration in aviation design to create sleek and stylish autonomous car concepts that provide a seamless riding experience.
- **Smart Sensors and AI Assistance:** Integration of smart sensors that detect road conditions, natural sponge-like wheels and AI-powered personal assistants are setting the stage for truly autonomous driving experiences.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Automotive Industry:** Autonomous car concepts are pushing competition in the automotive industry towards more user-focused experiences and innovative technologies.
- **AI and Machine Learning Industry:** Smart sensors and AI-powered personal assistants are creating opportunities for innovation in the AI and machine learning industry.
- **Tire Manufacturing Industry:** Collaboration between Goodyear and Citroen to develop natural sponge-like 30-inch wheels presents an opportunity for the tire manufacturing industry to innovate and develop new materials and technologies.

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