Chevrolet FNR concept (2015)
Concept car · 2015 · Electric
A capsule-shaped autonomous electric vision of future mobility
Revealed at Auto Shanghai 2015 and developed by GM's Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), the Chevrolet FNR is an autonomous electric concept with a crystal-capsule body. It rides on magnetic hubless in-wheel motors, charges wirelessly, and uses roof-mounted radar and sensors plus iris-recognition start for driverless operation. In self-driving mode the front seats swivel 180 degrees to face the rear passengers, while gesture control and a Chevrolet Intelligent Assistant round out the tech. It was a design study, not intended for production.
Key facts
- Powertrain: Electric with magnetic hubless in-wheel motors
- Charging: Wireless auto-charge
- Autonomy: Roof-mounted radar and sensors for driverless operation
- Access: Iris recognition start; 'dragonfly' dual swing doors
- Interior: Front seats swivel 180 degrees in self-driving mode
- Developer: GM PATAC joint venture, Shanghai
Production
- Status: Concept only
- 2015 autonomous electric concept shown in Shanghai; never produced.
- Revealed at 2015 Auto Shanghai
Source: NetCarShow - Chevrolet FNR Concept (2015)