# VR-Enabled Sportscars The Autonomous Maserati Genesi Concept Lets Drivers Explore a Virtual World By Michael Hines | Published 2017-07-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maserati-genesi-concept References: [carscoops](http://www.carscoops.com/2017/07/maserati-genesi-concept-is-stellar.html) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/54290727/MASERATI-GENESI-CONCEPT) Sergey Dvornytskyy's [Maserati](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granturismo-ev) Genesi concept is a futuristic sportscar with [autonomous and virtual reality capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tensor-robocar). His design imagines a future where humans can kick back and experience new worlds while their cars do the driving. Of course since this is a Maserati there's also the option to do things the old fashioned way, as in manually drive the Genesi. While throwing on a VR headset and letting the Maserati Genesi concept drive itself through traffic seems like a fun idea this car is begging to be driven based off its design alone. Its low ride height and aero package suggest that it's best suited for track days, unless you're into dodging speed bumps and carefully navigating driveways on an incline. Like most [future-forward car designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vision-gt) the Maserati Genesi concept is a bit ahead of its time and will likely not see production any time soon. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 37% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Autonomous Vehicles:** Further development of autonomous technology in vehicles can lead to disruptive innovations in transportation and mobility. - **Virtual Reality in Automotive:** Integration of virtual reality in cars presents opportunities for immersive and entertaining driving experiences, revolutionizing the automotive industry. - **Futuristic Car Designs:** Advancements in car design, such as low ride height and aerodynamic packages, pave the way for innovative and visually appealing vehicles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Automakers and technology companies can collaborate on developing autonomous vehicles and integrating virtual reality technology in cars. - **Entertainment:** Companies in the entertainment industry can explore partnerships with automotive brands to create immersive virtual reality experiences for drivers and passengers. - **Design:** Futuristic car designs open up opportunities for designers and manufacturers to create visually striking and functional vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mg-maze.md) - [Italian Luxury EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granturismo-ev.md) - [Sleek Racing-Inspired Super Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maserati-mc20.md) - [Self-Driving Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimac.md) - [Steering Wheel-Free Autonomous Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innerspace.md) - [Metaverse-Ready Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holograktor.md) - [Premium Adventurous Racecar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-dakar-edition.md) - [VR-Powered In-Car Entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holoride.md) - [Virtual Metaverse Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darkrebel.md)