The Mark XXI uses its proportions to great effect. A large area of the body is covered in photovoltaic panels that lift and face the sun when the vehicle is vacant. These harvest the sun’s rays in an efficient manner and use the energy to help recharge its batteries. The aesthetic of the vehicle aims to immediately clarify the synergy between its energy replenishing function and the natural science from which it takes its inspiration.
With the task of driving the vehicle alleviated, the purpose of the interior changes. The concept car sits the passengers in a place of leisure and luxury, whereby pleasure is achieved through interaction with both the vehicle and each other. Inward facing seating creates the setting for a sociable living space. Contemporary laid-back seats mixed with ambient lighting, establishes a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere.
Jaguar C-XS Concept
Designed for the year 2050, the Jaguar C-XS by Janak Mistry is a car that intelligently tailors to the driver’s needs. The car can change form and style from its two different modes. When in “Saloon mode,” the car has a high yet sleek roofline. It can seat four people and has a large luxury car feel to it. However, when put into “Sport Mode,” the Jaguar folds its two rear seats away, making the driver’s seat lower and much sportier. The exterior also takes a more dramatic change with air vents, a large front grill, shape-changing headlights, and the roofline pushes back and goes lower to give the car a sportier feel. The canopy of the car is made from “Elastomeric Material.” It holds a frame underneath, which allows the shape of the roof to be changed. Once it has been modified, an electric current flows through it to make the material as strong as aluminum.
The other major tailoring aspect of the C-XS is that depending on what the key holder of the car is wearing, the Jaguar will try to match its owner to give the car a sense of style and individuality. Through triangulating where the key of the C-XS is and who is in possession of it, the key will scan its surrounding area and therefore it would change color taking into account the most dominant color. The C-XS offers the driver a real opportunity to reflect his or her style on the road. Therefore, you will never see 2 C-XS the same.
The C-XS uses fusion power technology, meaning zero carbon emissions. The fusion power system has only one waste product and that is helium. Fusion power is the power generated by nuclear fusion reactions. In this kind of reaction, two light atomic nuclei fuse together to form a heavier nucleus and in doing so, release a large amount of energy. The car uses inertial electrostatic confinement fusion IEC, a fusion process that converts hydrogen and boron directly into electricity which is stored in a release box. Thanks to the power of the fusion process one fusion reaction should last the entire life of the car.
Jaguar C-XC concept
The Jaguar C-XC concept is the work of Phillip Dean, a 2008 graduate of the Coventry University Transportation Design course. The C-XC concept was created during an industry placement position with Jaguar.
The Jaguar C-XC concept is a stylish 2+2 coupe designed to act as a showcase for new technologies and innovations which help reduce the impact on the environment.
Powering the Jaguar C-XC concept is a hydrogen fuel cell drivetrain. This unit is mounted up front and left on display thanks to the single-piece glass surface which covers almost the entire length of the car. This single piece of glass acts as an engine cover, windscreen, roof and rear window. It also helps to provide an improved aerodynamic profile to aid fuel consumption, and at the same time it helps flood the interior with light.
The covered wheels are designed to further increase the aerodynamic efficiency of the C-XC concept, while also underlining the streamlined aesthetics of the overall appearance.
The materials used in the construction of the Jaguar C-XF concept are also kinder on the environment. They include vegetable tan leather and recycled PET (plastic)
Jaguar C-XF Concept
The Jaguar C-XF Concept unveiled at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show was a preview of the Jaguar S-Type successor, the Jaguar XF.
The Jaguar C-XF concept was designed by Ian Callum, also responsible for the latest Aston Martin's and the latest Jaguar XK.
The Jaguar C-XF concept is almost unrecognisable as a Jaguar product, so different is the new design direction for the company. A large rectangular grille flanked by two slit-like headlights dominates the front of the vehicle, while the bulging bonnet hints at the capabilities of the potent 4.2 litre V8 beneath, a unit which produces 420 horsepower and is capable of propelling the C-XF at 180 mph. Theoretically.
From the side view the Jaguar C-XF Concept shares a similar profile to the Aston Martin Rapide Concept, both are high-performance 4-door coupes.
Inside the Jaguar C-XF Concept the occupants sit in a cockpit, with the high-mounted, aluminum centre console flowing around them. There are four individual sports seats, with enough room in the rear for a pair of six foot adults.
The cabin of the Jaguar C-XF Concept offers a reinterpretation of the classic wood and leather themes. carbon fibre-pattern leather is used in partnership with semi-aniline hide on the seats. Elements of the doors and transmission tunnel have been carved from Poplar wood and then scorched to create a satin feel.
All concept cars have unusual features, gimmicks, but these are part of the reason concept cars are so interesting. The Jaguar C-XF is no exception. Upon entering the driver’s seat the Power button pulses on the centre console, representing the ‘heartbeat’ of the C-XF. Push the button and concentric rings withdraw to leave the gear selector in your hand. At the same time, beams of blue light emanate from the instrument panel and the front grille, marking the moment at which the engine is brought to life. Jaguar want this series of events to make the C-XF Concept feel as if it is coming alive. Although it is highly unlikely this elaborate system will make it to production, a toned down version is feasible.
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