The Fiat Panda Cross is essentially a beefed up version of Fiat's 4x4 Panda city car. The car has been redesigned to make it more versatile, rugged and capable of handling challenging terrain.
The highlight of the Panda Cross' off-road engineering is its Terrain Control all-wheel drive system. During normal driving, the vehicle is 98% front wheel drive -- but if a slip is detected, up to 100% of the torque can be sent to the rear wheels, with a reaction time of 1/10th of a second.
In 'Off-Road' mode, the Panda Cross adopts all-wheel drive at speeds up to 48 km/h. In this mode, the vehicle's traction control is switched off so it doesn't interfere with driving on slippery surfaces like mud and ice.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Off-road Cars
- The trend is towards developing beefy off-road cars that can handle challenging terrain and offer maximum driving experience and convenience.
- Terrain Control Technology
- The trend is to favor terrain control technology that allows drivers to switch seamlessly between all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive systems.
- Rugged Design
- The trend is for automakers to produce cars with rugged designs, that prioritize durability and longevity over other features.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Automotive Industry
- Automotive companies can explore developing beefy off-road cars that are versatile enough to handle various terrains and offer drivers maximum comfort and safety
- Technology Industry
- Technology companies can develop terrain control technology to help drivers quickly switch between all-wheel and front-wheel drive depending on terrain conditions and weather patterns.
- Tourism Industry
- The tourism industry can take advantage of the beefy off-road cars and rugged design trend to develop off-road tours and experiences that are both daring and adventurous.
