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Traditional bumper stickers take a futuristic turn with Sony and Honda's electric vehicle, Afeela, where the front bumper becomes a dynamic canvas for showcasing your fandom. Instead of static decals, the prototype car allows users to display logos from popular titles like Fortnite, Horizon: Forbidden West, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.
The discovery of Afeela's innovative features came from a new user experience video on YouTube, highlighted by The Verge. The media bar, an integral part of the vehicle's interface, not only lets you express your gaming preferences but also provides practical information such as the electric car's charging status.
The video walkthrough also delves into Afeela's driver-assistance systems and the entertainment options available within the car's cabin. Passengers can enjoy streaming movies, including titles like Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, on multiple screens. It's worth noting that the user interface for Afeela is powered by Epic's Unreal Engine 5.
A notable moment during CES was Sony Honda Mobility president Izumi Kawanishi driving the Afeela on stage using a PS5 wireless controller. However, this functionality was showcased as a tech demonstration and is not currently planned for inclusion in the eventual market release, if it happens. Sony and Honda have not started accepting reservations for the car, and a release date remains unspecified. Nevertheless, Afeela is set to make a virtual appearance in Gran Turismo 7 later this year through a patch.
The discovery of Afeela's innovative features came from a new user experience video on YouTube, highlighted by The Verge. The media bar, an integral part of the vehicle's interface, not only lets you express your gaming preferences but also provides practical information such as the electric car's charging status.
The video walkthrough also delves into Afeela's driver-assistance systems and the entertainment options available within the car's cabin. Passengers can enjoy streaming movies, including titles like Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, on multiple screens. It's worth noting that the user interface for Afeela is powered by Epic's Unreal Engine 5.
A notable moment during CES was Sony Honda Mobility president Izumi Kawanishi driving the Afeela on stage using a PS5 wireless controller. However, this functionality was showcased as a tech demonstration and is not currently planned for inclusion in the eventual market release, if it happens. Sony and Honda have not started accepting reservations for the car, and a release date remains unspecified. Nevertheless, Afeela is set to make a virtual appearance in Gran Turismo 7 later this year through a patch.