Seres' plans show how stiff competition in the EV space is putting pressure on carmakers to innovate.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/45740475

"Chinese electric vehicles have become increasingly packed with unconventional features, like built-in massage seats, karaoke systems and a fridge, to stand out in a highly competitive market.

The patent filing shows Seres’ plans for an onboard toilet that slides out from the bottom of a passenger’s seat with a push or through voice-activated commands."

  • OwOarchist@pawb.socialEnglish
    1·
    14 days ago

    It sounds absurd, sure…

    But you know, for a vanlife car-camping sort of vehicle, it could actually be a really good space-saving feature.

  • fibojoly@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    1·
    13 days ago

    Makes sense when you see their one national holiday when a billion people all want to travel on the same roads and China-scale traffic jams ensue.

    • Tylerdurdon@lemmy.worldEnglish
      2·
      14 days ago

      Uh oh Bob, that Taco Bell from earlier just caught up to me and there’s a huge traffic jam ahead. I’m going to have to turn on the child proof windows to make sure you get the full effect.