Mini's future cars will feature a dog as a digital assistant
Spike, an English Bulldog-inspired helper coming to future Mini models. While his exact functionality is still unknown, he'll walk you through the"operating concept" of a given car and is meant to foster an"emotional connection." We suspect this pup won't seem so loveable when you're in a hurry, but it might beat the personality-free assistants from other makes.at the Shanghai auto show beginning April 18th.
Introduced last year, the Concept Aceman is a compact electric crossover with a minimalist design and an emphasis on personalization. There are projections on the dashboard, light animations on the nose and a variety of"experience modes" meant to liven up your commute. We wouldn't expect many of these ideas to reach production Minis, but the more angular body, recycled plastic interior and emphasis on tech may translate to the upcoming lineup.
as an example with its dash-length HUD, voice commands and color-changing exterior. Theoretically, you'll develop an attachment to Spike that keeps you buying Mini cars for the assistant inside, not just the performance on the road.Great deals on consumer electronics delivered straight to your inbox, curated by Engadget’s editorial team.
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