Hello all,
For my first post on the New
Technology blog, I will be writing about the Mercedes-Benz F015. Just look at
the inside of this car.
“The car is growing beyond
its role as a mere means of transport and will ultimately become a mobile
living space.”1 Imagine the luxury of being able to have a car that
drives on its own. What could you do with all the extra time on your hands,
when they’re not on the steering wheel? Catch up on some work on the drive to
the office, catch up on some missed sleep, or have an actual face-to-face
conversation with anyone in your car. The opportunities are endless and all are
in your favour.
“This innovative four-seater
is a forerunner of a mobility revolution, and this is immediately apparent from
its futuristic appearance. Sensuousness and clarity, the core elements of the
Mercedes-Benz design philosophy, combine to create a unique, progressive
aesthetic appeal.”2 It is no surprise that when you look at this car, you
can’t help but to think this is the future.
This looks just like
something taken out of a sci-fi movie. Now that it is becoming a reality, the
question is, will people trust this car? Or will people rather just drive
themselves around forever. Truthfully I believe if all these cars were on the
road there would never be an accident again. It is 2015, and there are so many
distractions for drivers nowadays. Whether it is your phone or just looking for
something in the car. I personally have been in a car accident and what caused
it? The driver was distracted reaching for a CD. This would never be a problem
with the F015 because you have the ability to do everything and just let the
car be the one keeping an eye on the road.
To conclude my first post I
will add a link to an informative video about the world premiere of the F015 for those of you who
would like to learn more about this wonderful piece of technology. Stay tuned
for more posts about the new technology that would one day be the norm.
References
1. Mercedes-Benz. (n.d.). Innovation. Retrieved on January 17, 2015,
from
https://www.mercedes-benz.com/en/mercedes-benz/innovation/research-
vehicle-f-015-luxury-in-motion/
2. Ibid
Have you watched the 20min launch of the car at CES? Cool stuff
ReplyDeleteNo I don't believe so, will have to check it out.
ReplyDeleteThanks!