With self-driving tech being all the rage right now, you can forgive Volkswagen for wanting to get on the bandwagon. However, their first concept might make you question the faculties of their designers.
The Sedric is a fully-autonomous vehicle, which according to VW, is not supposed to have any styling. It looks less like a conventional car, and more like an microbus that's been put through the crusher.
But to Volkswagen, its the inside that counts. Sedric features a lounge like interior that's described as open and airy. It features wood flooring and even a little planting box near the rear window. The windshield also doubles as an OLED screen to display information or augmented reality experiences.
The whole thing is controlled by a remote described as "the Button", which allows you to control the vehicle with your voice. LIDAR sensors help guide the vehicle through its surroundings to ensure a safe drive.
Despite its questionable appearance, Volkswagen says it was designed that way on purpose. Due to its all-electric drive train, the Sedric doesn't need to feature things like an elongated hood or overhangs.
While not exactly the prettiest concept car, the somewhat whimsical Sedric is certainly packed full of tech that will make even the Jetsons jealous. Still, I'd rather my car look like a car rather than a high end fridge on wheel.
Source: Autoblog
Image courtesy of Volkswagen
