The prowess of automotive technology today allows for anything and everything including the design and concept of electric-powered vehicles (EVs) that are increasingly moving towards a futuristic direction.
Among the sophisticated criteria that many desire include rapid charging battery capacity, virtual reality dashboard screens, advanced audio systems, and safety features.
TechRadar revealed that leading global brand manufacturers eagerly strived to showcase their respective future driving missions at the recent 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
This prestigious exposition featured the best ideas to present innovations of a commercial modular model, in line with the advancement of artificial intelligence robotics.
Here are five renowned labels that have successfully captured the world's attention with their offerings of new feature specifications:
- Honda '0 Series'
Manufacturer: Honda Motor Co Ltd
Country: Japan
- Introducing the concept of an advanced sedan version, the O Series Saloon translates Honda's comprehensive design direction into EV technology.
- Thinner and lighter battery pack design, along with smarter driving assistance systems and high levels of autonomy capability are their priorities.
- So far, the price has not yet been disclosed.
- Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class EV
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz Group
Country: Germany
- The debut appearance of the Concept CLA Class EV model at CES 2024, although it has been announced since last Sept.
- It has a driving range capability of 750 kilometres (km) and can travel up to 399km for a 15-minute charge.
- The price is estimated to start from RM262,955, making it a fierce competitor for the Tesla Model 3.
- Furthermore, the Mercedes-Benz MBUX Sound Drive audio system is one of the smart features that make the new features look luxurious.
- Kia PBV
Manufacturer: Kia
Country: South Korea
- Truly beyond human imagination when Kia introduced the Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBV) consisting of variants PV1, PV5, and PV7.
- Interestingly, the autonomous version with Easy Swap technology allows it to transform into a cargo carrier, mobile office or personal vehicle.
- PBV is expected to create a new mobility category for smart cities.
- Hyundai Loniq 5 e-Corner system
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Group
Country: South Korea
- Standing out with the introduction of motor-in-wheel technology and e-corner driving system.
- Hyundai Mobis becomes a new phenomenon in the automotive world as all four wheels can rotate 90 degrees and perform sideways dragging movements to facilitate parking.
- Enhanced with Lidar, radar, and high-definition cameras, most driving manoeuvres are performed autonomously.
- Mullen Supersonic Edition
Manufacturer: Mullen Automotive Inc
Country: United States
- Another aggressively sporty utility vehicle introduced by Mullen this year with acceleration performance up to 60mph in just two seconds.
- Featuring a two-speed transmission, 800V electric architecture for faster charging, and offering a range of over 482.8km.
- Complete with a wide dual-screen infotainment system with built-in voice assistants. The selling price starts from RM1.4 million by 2025.