Back to Future: Skoda commissions a report that predicts a Hypermobile world in 2050
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Back to Future: Skoda commissions a report that predicts a Hypermobile world in 2050


Skoda commissioned the "Centre for Future Studies", a UK based think-tank to predict the way we'll use our beloved vehicles in the year 2050. Among others, the report forecasts that our cars will not only be able to change their colour in a blink of an eye but they'll also recognize us by scanning our iris.

But by reading the whole report, I find it to say at the least, eerie. And I'm not only referring to the fact that the car will have a mind of its own but also that not once did I find the word fun. Ok' we all love safety, ecology etc but what's life without a little fun, even if that means raising the danger-factor?

STUDY: In 2050 motorists are predicted to pre-book travel on motorways in timed slots within vehicle 'pod', where vehicles take the strain of motoring and car pools are the norm. Motorists can change the colour of their vehicles to match their mood and download the latest software to boost performance.

It will come as no surprise to many that drivers will lose their sense of direction as dependence on satellite navigation becomes far more widespread. Media companies will provide in-car content of games and video that doesn't require long periods of concentration or interaction.

The increased robotisation of the car will ultimately hand over control to the vehicle, which will boost road safety and enable motorists to use their travelling time to watch the morning news, video conference or answer some emails.

The driving license of the future will be electronic with cars simply not starting if drivers don't have a license. Drivers will be recognised by their iris and the car immobiliser will disengage only if you are authorised to drive that vehicle at that time.

The study concludes that the main task of the car in 2050 will be the same as today -to take occupants directly from A to B as safely and comfortably as possible, with reasonable speed, minimum fuel consumption and minimum impact on the environment.

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