CES 2022 gave pride of place to the automobile. Many manufacturers presented exciting concepts, stunning technologies and great advances in intelligent and autonomous cars. Hang on your seatbelt: here is a recap of the announcements and trends that you shouldn’t miss.
Each start of the year is marked by an unmissable event in the world of technology and electronics: the Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ), where thousands of exhibitors come to exhibit their products, innovations and other advances.
In addition to televisions , PC or smartphones , lately, the automotive sector has naturally invited itself into the aisles of the show. Manufacturers take the opportunity to reveal sometimes sensational concepts, or more simply to present their upcoming electric cars .
In 2022, and despite the defections, the manufacturers responded. What better than a little recap to retrace this wonderful week of innovation.
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BMW is causing a stir
If there is a good manufacturer that caused a sensation, it is BMW. The German brand succeeded in creating the buzz by making an impressive demonstration of a
The idea behind this technology is to broaden the spectrum of customizations, and incidentally to use the properties of the colors to optimize the thermal regulation of the vehicle . White, for example, will tend to reject sunlight, which is useful in hot weather. This is the opposite effect for black.
Before that, the firm from across the Rhine had started the ball rolling by revealing his BMW iX M60 , a supercharged version of sound electric SUV already tested by editorial staff. On the menu of the day, a lot of power: 455 kW (619 hp), a torque of 1015 Nm and an acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in the space of 3.8 seconds. All for the modest sum of 132,000 euros.
Promising concepts
The future seen by Mercedes
A show promoting the innovation necessarily opens its doors to a whole bunch of concepts. And believe us, there were many. Mercedes paid for a small technological demonstration with its Vision EQXX , its new benchmark in terms of energy efficiency.
If the vehicle is not specifically intended to leave production lines, its battery technology , it should land in the first electric cars of the brand, by 2025. With, as the objective, to provide a mastodon autonomy of 1000 kilometers. Just that.
Sony puts the cover back
Two years after showing off an electric sedan concept named Vision S01 , Sony returns to the charge with a second trendy concept this time taking the form of a 7-seater SUV,
Source: Sony
Inside, Sony has released the big one game: 5G , artificial intelligence, autonomous driving (40 sensors), multiple screens, connectivity, immersive sound experience. In short, this technological catch-all still asks questions about Sony’s intentions: what are these concepts really for, and will they lead to something more concrete?
Chrysler is preparing for its future
The Chrysler Airflow Concept reflects Chrysler’s ambitions for electric cars. Modernity, connectivity and endurance are the key words of this promising concept, whose sleek interior and screened with clearly character. The panoramic roof brings a feeling of space.
The manufacturer goes even further with a camera integrated in each seat, so that passengers can participate in videoconferences with friends and family or for work. Obviously, the autonomous driving – level 3 – is one of its attributes. Because after all, the future of the automobile will be decidedly centered on autonomous driving.
Source: Indigo Technologies
How? ‘Or’ What ? By integrating active suspension technology, which uses sensors to predict the road surface and adjust the ride height. A relatively rare system on general public vehicles.
New models in shambles
General Motors pulls out all the stops Three new electric cars from General Motors were introduced as part of CES 2022. Expected for the year 2023, the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Blazer EV SUVs did not deliver much of secrets. We barely know the price range of the Equinox, which should be sold around $ 30,000.
No, the real star of GM is called Chevrolet Silverado , an imposing electric pick-up whose price will oscillate between 40,000 and more than 100,000 dollars depending on the version. 640 km of autonomy, towing capacity of 4500 kg, 664 hp: believe us, this beautiful beast is under the pedal.
VinFast, the Vietnamese offensive
It’s an unknown company in our regions, and yet VinFast has managed to have a certain media resonance.
What to remember, is that VinFast is eyeing the European market with a certain interest. It could also produce its vehicles directly in Germany. At present, two of its models are available – the VF8 and VF9 – in Europe for pre-orders, before its catalog is filled with other novelties.
Smarter and more autonomous cars
Autonomous driving is one of the cornerstones of electric cars today. So obviously, the CES was the opportunity to unveil its roadmap in this area. Honda, Renault and Volvo , for example, will strengthen their collaboration with Qualcomm by using more fully the solutions of its Snapdragon® Digital Chassis.
Volvo was then very active by presenting a new generation autonomous driving system
, which will allow to read, write or work during a trip. Obviously, many conditions must be respected, starting with the legal framework of each country. Electric two-wheelers on the menu
Electric two-wheelers have been honored by a few brands, some of which have come straight from France. The young growth of Biarritz, Sodium Cycles,
Source: Damon Motorcyles
In a much more sporty and efficient register, the Canadian start-up Damon Motorcycles has revealed a second model of electric motorcycle , even though it has not yet started the delivery of its first product. This smart bike has it all in any case with its top speed of 274 km / h.
An annoying concern for Boring Company
The company of Elon Musk Boring Company, which aims to build a network of tunnels for cars under Las Vegas , had a little mishap during CES 2022. This system of “guts” aims to remove traffic jams. Problem : traffic jams were created during the transport of people.
It turns out the congestion-busting “future of transport ”Is already experiencing congestion. pic.twitter.com/yJY9b0Nwjj
– Adam Tranter (@adamtranter) January 6, 2022
For the more curious, we were able to test the “Vegas Loop” in real conditions, photos and supporting video .
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