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Nissan imagines the SUV of the future at the Detroit Auto Show
By Product Expert | Posted in Uncategorized on Monday, January 15th, 2018 at 8:11 pm
Nissan Xmotion Concept at North American International Auto Show 2018
It isn’t entirely certain what future vehicles will look like. Back in the 80s, you can assume motorists certainly wouldn’t have expected the styles we see today. Just look at a model like the Nissan Maxima, and you can see it is almost entirely unrecognizable from the first generation. One thing is different now, and that’s the fact that we know we are on the cusp of a big change. For this reason, our latest concept vehicles are all centered on the idea of autonomous and fully-electric cars. The Nissan Xmotion Concept, an SUV that mixes an artistic design with futuristic concepts, is no different. The latest concept vehicle was just shown at the 2018 North American International Auto Show, sometimes referred to as the Detroit Auto Show. Here are the highlights.
What is the Nissan Xmotion?
One thing we’ve noticed with futuristic concepts is that there’s a bit of a question mark around what the interiors of these vehicles will look like. As consumers, most people are focused on the idea of being able to sit back and read a book, take a nap or browse on their phones, should autonomous driving truly be a hands-free experience. What this means for automakers is much bigger, however.
More Concepts: Nissan IMx
If you don’t need space for pedals or a steering wheel, you have so much more room to enjoy. Without a driver, does anyone need to face forward? If not, what should the cabin space look like? Nissan envisions the Xmotion (“cross motion”) as a vehicle that combines modern aesthetics with digital art and Japanese craftsmanship. The exterior has a bold design that draws the eye with sharp angles and a broad stance. Shown in a metallic silver, it’s clearly meant to define a simple, contemporary look. It’s the interior that seems to focus on a more artistic approach.
We see a dashboard and console that’s not only made of wood but makes use of traditional Japanese architectural techniques. Despite this hint at traditional carpentry, it remains a high-tech concept with a total of seven digital screens.
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