It won’t be an overestimation to say that cars these days last longer as compared to the ones before. While this fact may be more satisfying for owners and shoppers alike, it could also mean that the next purchase on your bucket list could be accompanied by features that have not withstood the test of time. For those who spend a lot of time with new cars in the UAE, getting to know all of the design and feature trends can be easy somehow however making bold predictions about the future might be tricky. Let’s have a look at some of the features that could soar or sink in the years to come.
Accent Lighting
Truth be told, lights are everywhere whether you look outside, inside or even in places you wouldn’t even expect. Probably one of the most prominent interior design fads that we witnessed in the past decade is ambient lighting. Regardless of the fact as to whether it is an econobox or a luxury sedan, every segment comprises at least one vehicle that comes with LED lights being crammed into almost every part of the interior.
Besides, they’re also being integrated with fascinating entertainment settings and also drive modes, and actually, anything else that could possibly change the atmosphere prevailing in a vehicle. Moreover, LEDs have undoubtedly made exterior lighting signatures the true norm no matter which brand it is. A prominent feature i.e. factory walk-up lights are really popular when we talk about premium brands, and also some of the up-to-the-minute concepts have also hinted at factory under-glow lighting. However, despite all this, it remains to be seen as to whether they still impress in the coming two decades or so.
Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality has without any doubt some instant utility and it apparently looks like the ideal fit for a whole new generation of car buyers who in real sense are the techie guys you ever come across. Just like gesture control, there are also some practical implications for Augmented Reality in the contemporary marketplace. One of the clear examples would be the giant Mercedes windshield navigation overlay which is without any doubt the most impressive thing that you have recently come across. However, it is also an admitted fact that with wearable devices even becoming smaller as well as convenient, we can suggest that, like navigation, Augmented Reality could survive as more of a stand-alone smart feature instead of a must-have integrated part within an automotive infotainment system.
Matte
It is an admitted fact that matte paint is already waning in popularity, however, new models have also been popping up from time to time and the beginning of matte vinyl wraps as well as paint protection film has truly blessed this aesthetic with a new lease on life. We opine that it’s pretty awesome right now, but nothing could be said about the situation in the coming two decades or so. Early cars having permanent matte finishes will apparently be disappearing if this feature is well taken care of.
Faux Suede
Truth be told, faux suede apparently seems to be gaining in popularity. Although it was initiated as a decent alternative to leather in high-end as well as performance vehicles, this stuff has undoubtedly become a staple of any kind of model that is trying to be even distantly sporty. Although faux suede has its demerits, it has a similar basic look and also feels like real suede while being more durable to boot. In the majority of the cases, it can even successfully handle spills along with stains and even fire far better. The very first time it was introduced in cars, it was evidently a neat connection to racing and the situation has now gone away too far. In case if you want to jazz up an interior, make sure that you slather it with sufficient Alcantara to easily snuff out a forest fire. The best part is that it could be anything but black or grey. It is an admitted fact that both will apparently seem like rubbish in the coming two years and it remains to be seen as to what will be the outcome in the coming years.
