Continental has just unveiled an intriguing concept
aimed at previewing how cars may look in the future when electric, autonomous
and ride-sharing technologies become the norm.
Dubbed the Bee, an acronym for Balanced Economy and Ecology
mobility concept, the vehicle is exceptionally small and consists of not much
more than four wheels, a windshield and transparent door and roof panels.
Powering the Continental Bee is a compact electric
motor that offers a range of up to 350 km and a 60 km/h top speed. The tire manufacturer believes it could have thousands of Bees
operating in a single city with users ordering a ride through a dedicated
smartphone app.
Continental is still working on the project but
appears confident that something like this could become a reality in the
future.
