Hybrid Meets E.T.
Chris Skleryk — January 7, 2007 — Autos
References: motorauthority
Ford Airstream looks to be bunny hopping generations of hybrid cars with it's retro gone futuristic car. This hybrid lets you blog on the road, with it's instrument panel, (Sharp® dual-view screen centrally mounted) allowing the front-seat passenger to post travel blogs while travelling.
According to Motor Authority,
"The concept showcases advanced design features such as the plug-in hydrogen hybrid fuel cell power train, floating instrument panel and dual-view information panels as well as new four-point safety belts"
The release of the Fords airstream is out of this world futuristic. Combining hybrid and space odyssey, it just may be a very good insight into what the next decade holds for personal transportation.
According to Motor Authority,
"The concept showcases advanced design features such as the plug-in hydrogen hybrid fuel cell power train, floating instrument panel and dual-view information panels as well as new four-point safety belts"
The release of the Fords airstream is out of this world futuristic. Combining hybrid and space odyssey, it just may be a very good insight into what the next decade holds for personal transportation.
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Retro Designs - There is a trend towards incorporating retro design elements into hybrid and electric vehicles as seen in the Ford Airstream Concept, offering opportunities for designers to innovate using nostalgic elements.
2. In-vehicle Blogging - As shown in the Ford Airstream Concept, there is a growing trend towards in-vehicle technologies that allow passengers to perform tasks such as blogging while on the road, presenting opportunities for tech companies to develop more seamless and convenient in-vehicle experiences.
3. Plug-in Hydrogen Hybrid Power Train - The Ford Airstream Concept showcases a trend towards more environmentally friendly power sources, such as the plug-in hydrogen hybrid fuel cell power train, creating opportunities within the automotive industry for companies to invest in development and implementation of more sustainable technologies.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The release of the Ford Airstream Concept highlights the trend towards incorporating more environmentally friendly power sources, promoting opportunities for car manufacturers and suppliers to invest in developing and implementing more sustainable technologies.
2. Design Industry - The trend towards incorporating retro design elements into hybrid and electric vehicles, as seen in the Ford Airstream Concept, presents opportunities for designers and design firms to innovate using nostalgic elements in modern contexts.
3. Technology Industry - Growing trends towards in-vehicle technologies that allow passengers to perform tasks such as blogging while on the road, as showcased in the Ford Airstream Concept, creates opportunities for tech companies to develop more seamless and convenient in-vehicle experiences.
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