# Living Space-Outfitted Vehicles The 'Icona Nucleus' Concept Car Offers a Glimpse of the Future By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-12-10 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icona-nucleus References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/icona-nucleus-concept-vehicle-fully-autonomous-mobile-living-space/) Personal transportation will change immensely in the coming years, which is something that the conceptual 'Icona Nucleus' vehicle gives us a glimpse of. Showed off at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the vehicle features [ample living space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lepas-l8s-exquisite-space) within to offer passengers the ability to relax, unwind, sleep, play games or whatever else they choose as they ride along. The [fully autonomous vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-mobility-service) imagines a future where the need for multiple cars is eliminated in favor of one family vehicle that can be prompted to drive you to work, pick up the kids from school and so much more. The conceptual 'Icona Nucleus' vehicle offers space for up to six passengers at a time and also features [semi-transparent body panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-vehicle) in favor of glass to let you see out without letting others see inside for privacy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Living Space-outfitted Vehicles:** The Icona Nucleus concept car showcases the trend of personal transportation embracing living space and creating a versatile and comfortable environment for passengers. - **Autonomous Family Vehicles:** The Icona Nucleus concept car represents the trend of fully autonomous vehicles that serve as a multi-purpose family vehicle, eliminating the need for multiple cars. - **Privacy-enhancing Design:** The Icona Nucleus concept car highlights the trend of incorporating semi-transparent body panels to provide privacy without obstructing the view for passengers. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can explore opportunities in developing living space-outfitted vehicles that offer a comfortable and versatile experience for passengers. - **Tech Industry:** The tech industry has an opportunity to disrupt the personal transportation sector by developing advanced autonomous technologies for family vehicles that cater to multiple needs. - **Design Industry:** The design industry can contribute to the future of transportation by creating innovative solutions, such as privacy-enhancing designs, that offer a balance between comfort and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Home-Connected Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharp-ldk-concept.md) - [Tranquil Interior Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-ioniq-seven.md) - [Oversized Well-Appointed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-urbansphere-concept.md) - [Elevating Passenger Level Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-cascade.md) - [Metaverse-Connected Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-vision-omnipod.md) - [Shapeshifting Interior Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-gentravel-concept.md) - [Lounge-Like Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-concept-vehicle.md) - [Near-Future Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-clio-vi.md) - [Off-Grid Exploration Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gac-van-life-autonomous-vehicle.md)