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Autonomous Rideshare Vehicle Concepts

The XiM20 Project Imagines a New Passenger Experience

— April 2, 2020 — Autos
Autonomous vehicles will start hitting the streets sooner than later, so the XiM20 Project is a new concept that imagines what the future of the passenger experience could look like.

Designed by Yanfeng Automotive Interiors, the concept features a cozy atmosphere that's covered in fabric and laid out with an array of technology accents. The system also boasts custom air zone comfort controls along with active cast lighting and even touch-free access.

The XiM20 Project autonomous vehicle interior concept also features UV sanitization technology that would clean the space between riders to keep it as hygienic and free of pathogens as possible. The project identifies how vehicle design will soon shift from focusing on the driver to enhancing the passenger experience in new, unexpected ways.
Trend Themes
1. Autonomous Vehicles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new concepts that prioritize passenger experience and comfort in autonomous vehicles.
2. Fabric-covered Interiors - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating fabric and cozy atmospheres into vehicle design to create a more comfortable passenger experience.
3. UV Sanitization Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating UV sanitization technology in autonomous vehicles to ensure a hygienic and pathogen-free environment for passengers.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionizing the automotive industry by creating autonomous vehicles with enhanced passenger experiences.
2. Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefining interior design in the automotive industry by incorporating fabric-covered interiors to provide a more inviting and comfortable atmosphere.
3. Healthcare Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding the use of UV sanitization technology from healthcare settings to autonomous vehicles, ensuring a clean and safe environment for passengers.
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