BMW has revealed its new sci-fi-esque driverless Rolls-Royce, complete with an artificial operating system called Eleanor.
The BMW Group has marked its centenary by looking ahead to its next 100 years and unveiling two new vision vehicles.
The German group unveiled its new Rolls-Royce at a centenary event in London. The car will be fully autonomous and comes complete with an artificial intelligence system called “Eleanor”, who speaks and takes commands from the passengers.
And in case you’re wondering how to get your hands on one, this beauty won’t be available until 2040 – but it will be completely bespoke and emission free, paving the way for the first green luxury cars from the British brand.
Ian Robertson- BMW Group
“We’re entering a phase now where zero emissions are going to be more the norm. We’re entering a phase where digitisation and connectivity are part of everyday life. It is likely in the big urban areas to be a shared environment and this whole step in technology of autonomous driving is going to play a significant role as well,”
The MINI’s vision of the future car was also unveiled. It too will drive autonomously, is highly personalised and recognises each driver. The MINI vision vehicle is designed for both individuals and sharing, and changes colour both inside and out to your personal choice. Carmakers are hoping shorter charge times, greater ranges, more charging points and the fallout from Volswagen’s diesel emissions scandal will all help to convert customers from conventional cars to the newer models.