Chrysler takes futuristic leap with Halcyon concept

On February 13, Chrysler unveiled the Halcyon Concept, a fully electric vehicle that embraces sustainability-driven exterior and interior design, full autonomy, personalized driving experiences, and futuristic technology. The concept vehicle reflects the Chrysler brand’s customer-focused seamless connectivity and “Harmony in Motion” ethos. 

According to Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell, the Halcyon Concept offers innovative and sustainable mobility solutions that provide value to customers while delivering a serene and harmonious driving experience.

Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, is developing several advanced technologies such as the STLA Brain operating system, STLA AutoDrive driver assistance, and STLA SmartCockpit infotainment system. These products are combined into a single, cohesive system under the brand Halcyon. Chrysler is also committed to using sustainable materials in its interior design. The company uses recycled materials such as broken CDs to make wing emblems and claims that 95% of the interior is made of sustainable materials.

Naturally, this notion heavily relies on augmented reality, car networking, and artificial intelligence. This covers over-the-air software updates, predictive navigation, and AI voice assistants. 

Furthermore, Chrysler is modifying the Halcyon to ensure it’s prepared for a driverless future. Self-driving features, like “a dimmable glass canopy and a windshield that can turn opaque with seats laid back for a unique augmented-reality Stargazing Mode,” may be included in future Chrysler models. 

During a briefing, Feuell admitted that Chrysler needs to do more work before providing its consumers with complete autonomy. “She explained that while autonomous driving functionality at Levels 2 and 2 plus is fairly mature, there is still development work to be done as they move into Levels 3 and 4. The goal is to create a car that can be completely hands-off and eyes-off while still meeting safety requirements.

Although the Halcyon is an exciting science project, the real test will come in 2025 when Chrysler expects to reveal its first electric vehicle.

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