Elvis Tomljenovic Lets Drivers Download Auto Skins
Christina Butty — July 9, 2009 — Autos
References: tomljenovicrbonmade & dezeen
Design student Elvis Tomljenovic could possibly change the car industry. Tomljenovic has created a concept that allows users to select and download their own surface design for their vehicle.
Elvis Tomljenovic could be responsible for quite the innovation since most cars stay one color forever because customization can be extremely expensive. If this technology is embraced, who knows what cars will look like in five years?
Implications - The way these colorful cars would work would be to install a "polycarbonate shell embedded with LEDs and LCDs that produce static or animated patterns on the vehicle’s surface." The gallery features some amazing ideas for paint jobs including a cute rainbow and heart pattern.
Elvis Tomljenovic could be responsible for quite the innovation since most cars stay one color forever because customization can be extremely expensive. If this technology is embraced, who knows what cars will look like in five years?
Implications - The way these colorful cars would work would be to install a "polycarbonate shell embedded with LEDs and LCDs that produce static or animated patterns on the vehicle’s surface." The gallery features some amazing ideas for paint jobs including a cute rainbow and heart pattern.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Car Exteriors - Car owners have the opportunity to download and apply their own surface designs, revolutionizing the standard one-color car.
2. Customizable Car Skins - The concept of installed polycarbonate shells embedded with LEDs and LCDs allows for dynamic and animated surface patterns on vehicles.
3. Affordable Car Customization - Elvis Tomljenovic's innovation offers an affordable option for car owners to personalize their vehicles without high customization costs.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can leverage the concept of DIY car exteriors to offer more customizable options and tap into new market segments.
2. Design - Design industry professionals can explore the possibilities of creating unique surface designs and patterns for customizable car skins.
3. Technology - The integration of LEDs and LCDs in car exteriors opens up opportunities for the technology industry to develop innovative lighting and display solutions.
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