Screenshot by Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET
On Thursday, Peugeot, the car brand of Stellantis, unveiled its next generation of electric vehicle, the Inception Concept. This car is a complete departure from cars as we know them today and completely dispenses with a steering wheel.
The concept vehicle was showcased on the CES stage and sports an ultra-modern, sleek and futuristic design.
The Inception Concept can wake up when you approach the car, recognize you, greet you, then automatically adjust the car to your preferred driving settings.
A living room-inspired interior
The biggest change from a conventional vehicle is the elimination of the passenger compartment. Instead of a cabin that would traditionally accommodate a driver and a passenger, this vehicle has a “living room”, which Linda Jackson, CEO of Peugeot, referred to as a living space during the presentation.
Peugeot Inception Concept interior with reclining seats. Screenshot by Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET
This space has an elongated chair and smart storage that allows you to take things that are usually in your living room, such as a tablet, into the car, according to Peugeot.
“The vehicle is no longer a place to get from point A to point B; it is now an inspiring social space, to meet, greet, create relaxation and, if you wish, drive”, said Linda Jackson.
Exit the traditional steering wheel
This car also offers significant improvements to Peugeot’s i-Cockpit with the introduction of HyperSquare, which replaces the traditional steering wheel and allows drivers to control vehicles using electric controls instead of physically controlling the car with A steering wheel.
Peugeot’s Hypersquare
With Hypersquare, driving becomes a video game-like experience where joystick movements dictate the actual direction of the car. The Hypersquare also retracts into the dash in case you want to enjoy a ride and take advantage of the self-driving features.
Source: ZDNet.com