Tesla recently announces that it is going to bring back the round steering wheel to both its Model X and Model S EVs. It is going to be offered as an option for those that prefer not to have the yoke version. The yoke originally conjured up a diversion between many Tesla fans.
Some believed that it was not a practical option when it comes to one-handed driving or that it may feel unnatural when driving at slow speeds. Others even argued that it may be unsafe when driving situations call for quick maneuvers. In addition to the original launch of the yoke, the company replaced all of the stalks with some forced touch buttons.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Round Electric Steering Wheels
- With the return of round steering wheels, there is an opportunity to offer more customizable steering wheel options that cater to varying driving preferences.
- Preference-driven Design
- Customers now have more options to choose from, allowing manufacturers to design and create products that suit a customer's specific needs and style.
- Alternative EV Options
- With the option for a round steering wheel as well as a yoke version, Tesla continues to innovate the electric vehicle market with alternative design choices.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Automotive
- The automotive industry can explore more innovative and customizable design options when it comes to the steering wheel of cars.
- Electric Vehicles
- Alternative designs such as the round and yoke steering wheels provide opportunities for innovation in the electric vehicle market.
- Consumer Electronics
- Tesla's forced touch buttons provide inspiration for product designers to revolutionize the way we interact with technology.
