The conceptual Nokia Wheel steering wheel is the design work of Tadas Malinauskas as an automotive component that draws inspiration from a piece of technology from yesteryear. The steering wheel maintains a form inspired by the Nokia 5300 XpressMusic cellphone with an aesthetic that calls to mind a directional pad button layout, but with a distinctly modern twist. This inspiration, although somewhat retro, makes aesthetic sense and identifies what could be done to make modern vehicles even more advanced for the operator to appreciate.
The conceptual Nokia Wheel steering wheel is paired with a matte black finish along with a textured fabric on the perimeter handle to allow for a comfortable user experience at all times.
Cellphone-Inspired Steering Wheels
The Nokia Wheel is Inspired by the Nokia 5300 XpressMusic
Trend Themes
1. Retro-inspired Automotive Design - There is an opportunity for designers to draw inspiration from retro technology to create unique and advanced automotive components.
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3. Intuitive User Interfaces for Vehicles - Drawing inspiration from cellphone designs, there is an opportunity to create more intuitive and user-friendly interfaces for modern vehicles.
Industry Implications
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2. Textile and Fabric Manufacturing - Companies in the textile and fabric industry could explore partnerships with the automotive industry to create unique and comfortable materials for automotive interiors.
3. Mobile Technology - Companies in the mobile technology industry could collaborate with the automotive industry to create more intuitive and user-friendly interfaces for modern vehicles.