Despite all the advancements made in car interiors, the sun visor remains a relic of the past. It was introduced in the 1920's as an exterior-mounted option, relocated inside the cabin in the 1930's, began to be upholstered in the 1940's, and was equipped with mirrors and vanity mirrors in the 1950's. It's since remained largely unchanged. Tesla Motors, however, just … [Read more...] about Tesla Motors Reinvents the Sun Visor
Concepts & Designs
Step Inside Mercedes’ Self-Driving Car
The Mercedes-Benz F015 Luxury in Motion is the crème de la crème of self-driving cars. But until now, all we’ve seen of it are renderings, photographs and a few computer-enhanced videos — which don’t provide a lot of insight on its interior. Fortunately, Vincent Nguyen and Chris Davies of tech blog Slash Gear recently got the opportunity to sit in and drive the F015, and … [Read more...] about Step Inside Mercedes’ Self-Driving Car
Nissan Says the Future is Digital Upholstery
Imagine if you could change a car’s upholstery whenever you wanted at the touch of a button. That’s exactly what Nissan Motor Company aims to achieve with the interior of its new Teatro for Dayz concept car. … [Read more...] about Nissan Says the Future is Digital Upholstery
Peugeot Fractal Features 3D Printed Interior
In addition to a state-of-the-art sewing machine, auto upholstery shops of the future may also be required to own a 3D printer— especially if Peugeot has its way. The French automaker just unveiled its new Fractal concept car, an electric coupe thats interior is nearly all printed. … [Read more...] about Peugeot Fractal Features 3D Printed Interior
Lincoln Introduces 30-Way Power Seats
Over the last few decades, we’ve seen vehicle seats transform from a simple frame / foam / fabric construction to one of the most complex elements in a cabin. In fact, today it’s common to see a single seat feature power adjustment, lumbar support, massagers, heaters, coolers, speakers and airbags. Well, Lincoln Motor Company just made things even more complicated … [Read more...] about Lincoln Introduces 30-Way Power Seats
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