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Safety-Conscious EV Designs

Volvo's Polestar 2 Will Feature Autopilot and an Encased Battery

— April 29, 2020 — Autos
Volvo indicated that the ‘Polestar 2’ EV will feature autopilot capabilities and safeguards to protect the battery. The addition of safety measures may help Volvo to sperate its EV apart from similar models on the market, as safety could be a deciding factor for car purchasers. The Polestar 2 EV is scheduled to be released to United States markets during the summer, and it will have a starting price of $59,9000.

The autopilot is powered by an Advanced Driver Assistance System, which the company will also use on other cars in the future. The system can help braking, acceleration, and steering when the car is a speed of up to 81MPH.

The battery of the car will be placed in an aluminum structure on the floor of the vehicle, to mitigate the risk of a battery causing harm during a collision.


Image Credit: Polestar
Trend Themes
1. Autopilot Capabilities for Evs - The integration of autopilot capabilities in electric vehicles presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry, enhancing safety and driving experience.
2. Battery Protection in EV Design - Implementing safeguards to protect electric vehicle batteries offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the automotive sector, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
3. Safety as a Competitive Advantage - Highlighting safety features as a differentiating factor in electric vehicle models can disrupt the market by attracting safety-conscious car purchasers.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can leverage autopilot capabilities and battery protection designs in electric vehicles to drive disruptive innovation and meet evolving consumer demands.
2. Technology - The integration of autopilot systems and battery protection technologies in electric vehicles brings opportunities for disruptive innovation and growth within the technology industry.
3. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can explore partnerships and collaborations with automakers to develop innovative safety technologies for electric vehicles, positioning themselves as disruptors in the industry.
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