Ceramic on the dashboard?
True, the use of such materials and concepts -- unrelated to automobiles -- won't become mainstream until several years from now. "Most newly-developed materials have not been approved for mass production yet," says Mrs. Asensio.
However, people will keep dreaming and designers will keep turning these dreams into reality. "We're experimenting with multiple materials, says Simon Lamarre. Cellulose fibers for plastic mouldings and ceramic trim as embellishing touches on the dashboard are two examples I can give you."
Ceramic? What's next: a family kitchen replica? Copies of your favorite sneakers?
"You know, 10 years from now, car interiors will likely resemble today's, concludes Mr. Lamarre. After all, we'll always need a steering wheel, seats, entertainment systems and storage compartments!"
photo:Volvo, Ford, adidas, General Motors
True, the use of such materials and concepts -- unrelated to automobiles -- won't become mainstream until several years from now. "Most newly-developed materials have not been approved for mass production yet," says Mrs. Asensio.
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| Dashboard of the Holden Efijy Concept. |
However, people will keep dreaming and designers will keep turning these dreams into reality. "We're experimenting with multiple materials, says Simon Lamarre. Cellulose fibers for plastic mouldings and ceramic trim as embellishing touches on the dashboard are two examples I can give you."
Ceramic? What's next: a family kitchen replica? Copies of your favorite sneakers?
"You know, 10 years from now, car interiors will likely resemble today's, concludes Mr. Lamarre. After all, we'll always need a steering wheel, seats, entertainment systems and storage compartments!"
photo:Volvo, Ford, adidas, General Motors