New interpretations of the Citroen Autonomous Mobility Vision concept are being introduced at the Shanghai Auto Show. Immersive Air, one of the three new capsules that provide three different customer experiences by Citroen China, was designed physically, while Cozy Capsule and Wander Cafe were presented in digital environment. Immersive Air, exhibited with the Citroen Skate, is a multi-passenger capsule with an oval design and colored double sliding glass doors. An entertainment capsule in which activities such as playing video games, listening to music, singing or watching movies can be done. With this bold concept, Citroen continues the process it started by presenting new more responsible and sharing visions for electric transportation in 2020.
Citroen Autonomous Mobility Vision: A new shared mobility model
Citroen reinterprets urban transport. The aim is to create an opportunity for everyone to benefit from the opportunities offered by the city centers without having to suffer the inconveniences. For this, it is necessary to make the traffic flow in the city more fluid, more enjoyable and more humane. In addition, it is necessary to reinterpret the in-cabin experience and to provide passengers with a comfortable, stress-free and beneficial journey.
With Citroen Autonomous Mobility Vision, Citroen presents an innovative shared autonomous transportation concept that adapts to demand and is based on the open source principle. This transportation model consists of Citroen Skate and its capsules. Citroen Autonomous Mobility Vision consists of a fleet of Citroen Skate transports that move seamlessly around the city, paired with pods developed to deliver unique experiences. Citroen Skate is the vehicle of transportation and the carrier of variable superstructures. Capsules added to Citroen Skate provide the service they want, the service they want. zamIt allows you to choose the moment. It is no longer necessary to concentrate on driving the vehicle. Thus, users can choose to enjoy their experience during their journey. zammoment wins.
The capsule solution is based on the open source principle. Third parties can develop a capsule according to Citroen Skate's specifications. Communities, public authorities and companies can take advantage of Citroën Skate technology by developing their own capsules to transport people or goods or provide services in a public or private space. From medical centers to food trucks or gyms, a new mobile services solution is emerging.
The 3 unique capsules are designed specifically for the Chinese lifestyle, predicting an enjoyable experience
Immersive Air; A multi-passenger capsule design in the form of an oval with a vertical rectangular spine in the middle. The exterior is covered with a dark glaze that creates a contrast. Metallic accents sparkle while the capsule shines with high-tech appeal. The tinted double sliding glass door and panoramic glass are unidirectional, providing a nice balance between visibility and privacy. Passengers can get together while listening to music, singing, playing video games or watching movies. zamcan pass the time. The enhanced experience inside the cabin is enhanced by karaoke and games, layered interior decoration and digitally animated surround sound.
Cozy Capsule; It offers two passengers a warm and special travel experience. Daily commute in big cities zamIt takes a moment and represents a serious challenge. That's why Cozy Capsule provides the opportunity to relax on the way to work in the morning and rest on the way home after a busy day. The design is inspired by French perfume bottles. It has a crystal body that sits on a stable base. The upper section has sunrise light illumination. Sculpted grains surround the hull below the line of sight.
Inside the crystal shell is a salmon colored soft sofa design. There is a comfortable seat with different sitting positions, from the standard sitting position to the 180 degree recline position. It also incorporates Citroen Advanced Comfort technology with its ergonomics and Alcantara surface. Adjustable translucent upper offers more cocoon feel, privacy and comfort. There is also a secondary seat opposite for one-on-one meetings. While this seat is made of cork material, it also has a backrest that extends to the side as an armrest.
Wander Cafe; an open-air pod that offers two passengers a special cold food and beverage tasting experience while navigating the city. Unlike the other two capsules, Wander Cafe allows passengers to interact with their surroundings. With a 360 degree open view and a face-to-face seating arrangement, this capsule offers a pleasant travel experience while enjoying delicious tastes. The doorless design facilitates entry and exit. The opportunity to order via the HMI integrated table screen provides ease of access to self-service food and beverages.
Citroen Skate details
Citroen Skate is an urban mobility solution that can circumnavigate the entire city center in dedicated lanes to provide fluid and optimized transportation. With its autonomous, electric and wireless charging feature, Citroen Skate can operate almost uninterruptedly 7/24 and automatically recharges itself at special charging stations. Citroen Skate is a transportation platform that allows capsules to move. It positions itself under the capsules to create the movement and the service. Capsules can be added in less than 10 seconds. Citroen Skate is a universal transport platform that can be used to move any type of capsule.
Citroen Skate has a length of 2,60 m, a width of 1,60 m and a height of 51 cm. It takes up very little space in daily life with a minimal footprint. Its compact dimensions and design make it a smart and universal transportation solution.
Design that showcases technology
Incorporating the formal language of the 19_19 Concept's advanced infrastructure, Citroen Skate emphasizes technology with its design. Matte black and aluminum surfaces, macro-size brand logos and dark-shaded materials serve as a showcase for the capsule placed on top. Proudly displayed at the center of Citroen Skate, the brand logo reinterprets the brand's original logo with textures and materials.
Systems sprinkled all over Citroen Skate and hidden behind Citroen logos; It detects pedestrians, cars, cyclists, scooters or other objects on the road, providing a completely safe and autonomous drive.