# Autonomous Electric Car Concepts The Byton K-Byte Concept Boasts a Host of Modern Features By Justin Lam | Published 2018-06-12 | Updated 2018-06-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kbyte-concept References: [cnet](https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/byton-k-byte-sedan-concept/) & [digitaltrends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/byton-k-byte-concept/) Byton, a Chinese-based automotive startup first impressed the masses with its CES 2018 showing, but its recent Byton K-Byte concept aims to be even more impressive and will be showcased at CES Asia. This new vehicle will be part of the brand's three-car lineup, showcased alongside the M-Byte, the [SUV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kia-ev9-gt) concept shown at CES 2018. The Byton K-Byte stands apart from a majority of modern cars and features several exposed sensors for [autonomous driving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karsan-automotive). Byton is building the K-Byte concept to feature SAE Level 4 autonomy, meaning the car will still require human input for certain situations. The Byton K-Byte will reportedly have 200 kilowatts and 295 pound-feet of torque in its rear-wheel drive version. The all-wheel drive model allows for 350 kilowatts and 523 pound-feet of torque. Image Credit: Byton ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Autonomous Driving:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced sensor technology and AI algorithms to enhance the autonomous driving capabilities of electric cars. - **Electric Vehicle Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Research and develop more efficient electric powertrain systems to increase the performance and range of electric cars. - **Connected Car Features:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative software and connectivity solutions to improve the user experience and enable seamless integration of smart devices in electric cars. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with startups and tech companies to develop cutting-edge features and technologies for electric cars. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply AI algorithms and machine learning techniques to optimize the performance and safety of autonomous electric vehicles. - **Energy Storage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate and commercialize advanced energy storage solutions to support the increased adoption of electric vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Vehicle Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tensor-robocar.md) - [Steering Wheel-Free Autonomous Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innerspace.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [New Energy Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nebula-next.md) - [High-Powered Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports.md) - [AI-Enhanced Electric Auto Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-electric-mobility.md) - [Stylish Concept Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-cla.md) - [Oversized Well-Appointed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-urbansphere-concept.md) - [Solar-Powered Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-eqxx.md)