There are several companies that make up the Daimler conglomerate. Mercedes-Benz and smart are two of them. The latter wants to present on September 12, his particular vision of carsharing. It is a new completely autonomous and electric smart model that bears the name smart vision EQ for two.
The only thing it has in common with the rest of the company's models is its small size: this electric and autonomous version measures around 2,7 meters. In addition, it is the first concept that can be appreciated that inside there are two significant absences: it has no pedals and it lacks a steering wheel.
A new concept of 'carsharing'
The smart vision EQ fortwo would be one of the 10 models that Daimler would put into production of the EQ platform, among which would be a car and an SUV. But focusing on this model, we can tell you that its design is peculiar. Surely the unit that is finally put on sale you gave a little about this model. But we cannot deny that all its instrumentation has caught our attention.
The first thing we will tell you is that it is designed for him carsharing or shared vehicle. In other words, those platforms such as car2go where smart already has a small electric fleet of smart cars. And it is according to the data released by this company that Daimler relies on for its most ambitious proposal. According to Car2go every 1,4 seconds a car from your fleet is used. It currently has 2,6 million clients, but with this proposal it is intended to reach a quota of 36 million users by 2025.
With the smart vision EQ fortwo you will be the Michael Knight of the future
On the other hand, as we told you, this smart vision EQ fortwo does not have a steering wheel or pedals. So it will translate into more interior space for the occupants. Instead of these instruments, a large 24-inch central screen has been installed for the leisure of the occupants - it can comfortably accommodate up to 2 passengers - and two 4-inch side screens.
Meanwhile, on the exterior and front, the smart vision EQ fortwo also enjoys a 44-inch LED panel. This will be fully customizable by the client. And is that another of the advantages of this autonomous vehicle is that he alone can go in search of the client. The user of carsharing You only have to notify that you want the service through your smartphone or tablet, that simple. That is to say, We'd be a modern Michael Knight and KITT.
Offering information to the outside through the chassis
But by offering more information about this huge screen on its front, the vehicle will be able to display information. Some examples would be: the name of the customer you are picking up; the address you are going to or offer information of interest to pedestrians. Also, the rear lights of the car can also provide information to the outside. They can be from alerts to information on the state of the traffic.
Regarding more technical issues, this smart vision EQ fortwo is powered by a pair of 30 kWh rechargeable lithium batteries. We do not know exactly its autonomy. But another advantage of this concept is that when a unit is out of power or ends a service, it alone will look for a charging station and start to power its batteries. How will it be possible to connect only to the electrical network? Well, because you won't need plugs. The charging stations will be equipped with induction hobs on the floor; that is, it will not need cables to power itself.
Finally, tell you that smart has thought of everything. And road safety is one of the most pronounced themes in this smart vision EQ fortwo. This means that aspects such as the new door opening system have been taken care of to the maximum. Both are sliding and rotate around the rear axle giving a futuristic look. In addition, this system greatly facilitates access and saves space. Also, by not opening in a conventional way, there will be no danger of collision with other vehicles or cyclists.
More info: Daimler