Volkswagen is aiming to reduce the stress of school mornings with its high-tech SEDRIC School Bus. Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, the SEDRIC School Bus is a fully autonomous vehicle that picks up children through a ride-hailing service. Parents looking to rush their children out of the home just need to call up the bus and wait as it travels door-to-door, picking up other kids and transporting them to school.
The SEDRIC School Bus currently seats four, and while this may not seem ideal for transporting hundreds of students, the bus is being shown more as a concept. The SEDRIC School Bus illustrates the capability of autonomous driving technology and how it can be used in practical situations. The concept bus currently features a large OLED entertainment screen and two aluminum boxes, which function as double seats and storage.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Autonomous Driving Technology
- The SEDRIC School Bus showcases the potential of autonomous driving technology for transportation services, such as school buses.
- Ride-hailing Services
- The use of ride-hailing services for school transportation, as demonstrated by the SEDRIC School Bus, presents an opportunity for convenience and efficiency in the industry.
- Smart Interiors
- The incorporation of features like large OLED entertainment screens and innovative seating/storage solutions, like the ones found in the SEDRIC School Bus, opens avenues for smart interior design in vehicles.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Automotive
- The automotive industry can explore the implementation of autonomous driving technology and ride-hailing services, as exemplified by the SEDRIC School Bus, to revolutionize public transportation systems.
- Education
- The education industry can leverage autonomous school buses, utilizing ride-hailing and autonomous technology, to enhance student transportation safety and efficiency.
- Entertainment Technology
- The incorporation of large OLED screens in vehicles, like the ones showcased in the SEDRIC School Bus, creates new opportunities for the entertainment technology industry to provide immersive experiences during transportation.
