Chinese billionaire Jia Yueting just announced plans to produce China's first eco-friendly car. Following in the footsteps of Elon Musk, Yueting wants to build electric vehicles for the world's largest and fastest growing auto market.
The company released initial sketches of the vehicle and confirmed that it will be called 'Le Supercar.' The futuristic car appears to resemble an elongated hatchback, giving it the appearance of a sporty family vehicle. Although the concept sketches are just drawings, the company has confirmed that the technology is already in place to produce the eco-friendly car. The new vehicle will feature minimal mechanical components and an advanced operating system that will serve as the car's main interface.
The futuristic supercar is set to debut at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show and could prove to be China's answer to Tesla.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Eco-friendly Electric Cars
- The rise of electric cars with reduced carbon footprint has the potential to disrupt the automotive industry worldwide.
- Advanced Operating Systems in Cars
- Integrating advanced software in cars can enhance user experience and disrupt the traditional auto industry structure.
- Futuristic Car Designs
- Novel designs, sleek lines and enhanced functionality can open up new markets and transform the auto industry.
Where This Applies
- Automotive Industry
- Consumer demand for eco-friendly electric cars birthed the advent of EVs, shaking up the traditional auto industry and spurring new partnerships and collaborations.
- Technology Industry
- Software companies have the opportunities to participate in the automotive industry by developing operating systems, HMI platforms, and user interfaces.
- Renewable Energy Industry
- Increased investment and demand into renewable energy sources to power EVs have disrupted traditional energy markets, opening up new opportunities for investors and sustainable energy providers.
