Qyuirky Swiss manufacturer Rinspeed has released very first pictures of the new XchangE autonomous driving concept, that will debut at the Geneva motor show next March. The idea is powered by a completely electric powertrain as well as features a state-of-the-art steer-by-wire system.
The concept behind the idea is to put the occupants at the centre of the driverless car. The four seats are like those discovered in a business-class airliner as well as retain the elaborate performance enabling occupants to convert the interior into a lounge. Rinspeed’s slogan for the vehicle is “Not even flying is better!”
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“So far barely anyone has taken this to its rational final thought from the point of view of the driver,” stated Rinspeed manager Frank M. Rinderknecht. “After all, travelling in a driverless vehicle will no longer need me to gaze at the road, however will let me spend my time in a more meaningful way.”
Innovative new security as well as entertainment features will allow passengers to surf the Web or watch a film while the completely autonomous electric saloon cruises at as much as speeds of 75mph. The steering wheel can likewise be ‘parked’ in the middle of dashboard so it doesn’t intrude on traveler space, thanks to the steer-by-wire innovation – like that utilized on contemporary aircrafts.
The Rinspeed XchangE is one of many idea vehicles the Swiss manufacturer has produced, which likewise includes the amphibious Rinspeed sprinkle as well as Rinspeed SQuba, which was able to drive under water.