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The Polestar Cladrus Concept Car by Harshull Verma is Chic

— July 19, 2022 — Autos
The Polestar Cladrus concept car has been designed by Harshul Verma as an electric vehicle with the near-future of transportation in mind. The electric vehicle boasts a graphene-based battery and is equipped with with solar panels built right into the roof to passively capture solar energy during drives or when parked. The vehicle is imagined with Level 5 autonomy thanks to a Waymo-inspired sensor hub mounted on the roof.

The Polestar Cladrus concept car maintains an almost Scandinavian design that's cutting-edge and sleek with an impressive interior cabin to boot. Passengers can thus enjoy a relaxing in-car experience by resting, enjoying a glass of wine or simply looking out the panoramic windows to enjoy the surrounding landscape as they travel.

Trend Themes

  1. Solar-powered Autonomous Vehicles — The intersection of renewable energy and autonomous driving technology presents opportunities in both industries.
  2. Graphene-based Batteries — The use of graphene-based batteries enable longer driving ranges and faster charging times, disrupting the traditional automotive battery industry.
  3. In-car Experience — As autonomous vehicles become more prevalent, the focus will shift from driving performance to passenger experience, creating opportunities for innovation in interior design and in-car entertainment.

Industry Implications

  1. Automotive — The automotive industry has the opportunity to embrace renewable energy and innovative battery technologies to reduce carbon emissions and improve user experience.
  2. Renewable Energy — The renewable energy industry can collaborate with the automotive industry to integrate solar power with electric vehicles, reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
  3. Entertainment — The entertainment industry can leverage the growing trend of autonomous vehicles as a new platform for providing immersive and engaging experiences for passengers.
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