DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D AILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane CONCEPT VAN CAN TAKE YOU PLACES LIKE A PRIVATE JET Source: GAC Chinese automaker GAC has developed an off-roading concept that it is calling an alternative to private jets Unveiled at Milan Design Week and called Van Life, it can travel over almost any type of terrain, autonomously, and accommodates two people All electric, all-wheel drive and solid state batteries This is essentially a highly a dvanced, high end minivan for two Some impressive technologies featured: Lidar sensors on roof for autonomous driving Headlights merging into a continuous LED strip with a pixelated look for maximum visibility Wheels have extended legs to claw out of extremely difficult off-roading 2 seats in front and rest of vehicle is living space with panoramic roof SAC s