Technology has become an integral part of all of our lives, and it’s made its mark in the automotive world, becoming part of many car interior design trends.
Did the automaker design the technology to fit the car or the car to fit the technology? Sometimes, we’re unclear about which it is, almost like the chicken and egg debate. Regardless of how vehicles are being designed, it’s become clear that technology is a major part of the future of automotive design. The more advanced the tech, the more likely you’ll find it in some of the latest luxury cars.
Embedded Intelligence
How a vehicle drives is part of the technological boom, but just as unique is how tech is becoming embedded into the design of a vehicle. Some models now include buttons and sensors built into the design elements, showing themselves only when you touch the panel or area. This allows for a more integrated design and consistent appearance of materials in the vehicle’s cabin.
The system required to create embedded intelligence include touch sensitive sensors, haptic features that read your fingers or the heat signature of your hand, and voice recognition systems that allow you to talk to your vehicle in much plainer speech than ever before.
Improved Sustainability
Automakers are leading the way in the use of recycled materials for interior fabrics. Many floormats are now made of recycled plastics and some food waste. It’s amazing how many ways car companies can work with recycling companies to use materials that would have otherwise been lost in landfills. You probably won’t notice any loss of quality in the car interior design of the vehicle you drive, but you could know that your seats are made from recycled materials or stuffed with items that would have been wasted if it weren’t for the automaker’s sustainability efforts.
Head-Up Displays In More Vehicles
When head-up displays began appearing in vehicles, they were basic and simple, mostly only showing the vehicle’s current speed. Today, these displays appear on the windshield and have much more information, including navigation and vehicle information that you want and need. These items are becoming more common in mainstream vehicles. They used to be reserved for only the top trim levels of luxury vehicles, but now, we see them in more vehicles than ever. Head-up displays are useful in providing information to the driver while allowing the driver to focus on the road ahead.
Infotainment Screens
When it comes to car interior design trends, the movement toward larger infotainment screens has been happening for a few years. These screens will need to stop growing at some point; they are getting so big that they take up the entire center stack. Larger screens are good for drivers to see and read information easily, but they also lead to more distractions. If a designer were to be truthful, these large infotainment screens are massive interruptions in the clean lines and beautiful designs of many car interiors. Still, if the interior design is tech-rich, the screen could be the star of the show.
More Personalization At the Top
Although 99.9% of drivers will never buy a Rolls-Royce or Bentley, some of what these top-tier companies offer is filtering down to other brand names. These two brands are well-known for offering personalization in their car interior design packages, which makes it easier for any shopper to know that they have a unique vehicle. We’re seeing this trend in other brands that offer various forms of customization or the addition of bespoke items that can be installed at the factory or dealership to give the car a unique style.
The Future Is Bright
Car interior design trends will continue to move toward three things: technology, sustainability, and personalization. These items have become extremely important to more drivers than ever, which means many drivers want to have an experience in their vehicles instead of simply driving because they have to. How would you utilize these three trends to your advantage?
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