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TechnoGadget — December 20, 2006 — Autos
References: autoexpress & engadget
Venturi Automobiles is ready to launch their electric vehicle for June 2007. “The "world's first" commercially available autonomous vehicle sports a "stylish, urban design," room for three, and never needs to get friendly with an AC outlet or fuel pump.†It is powered by renewable energy like sunlight or wind “if there's no sun, a wind turbine can be erected to charge the battery.†The first batch of Venture Eclectic will cost €24,000 each; more production run will be offered in 2009
Trend Themes
1. Renewable Energy-powered Vehicles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new charging technologies and infrastructure to support the widespread use of renewable energy-powered vehicles.
2. Autonomous Electric Vehicles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Further develop autonomous technologies and improve safety measures in electric vehicles.
3. Urban Electric Vehicle Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create stylish and compact designs for urban electric vehicles to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build partnerships with renewable energy providers to create integrated solutions for electric vehicles.
2. Renewable Energy - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in research and development to improve the efficiency and sustainability of renewable energy sources for vehicles.
3. Design and Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate advanced technologies and materials into the design and production of electric vehicles to enhance performance and reduce costs.
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