Stylish Living on Four Wheels

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Until recently, the driver-oriented cockpit was considered the pinnacle of desirable design, with the driver taking center stage. But now the inside of the car is being transformed into a lounge for all the occupants. Driving is fast becoming a background activity and individual comfort and an atmosphere of well-being for the passengers in all the seats are increasing in importance. The car will live up to the high standards demanded of it by recognizing the occupants, analyzing their mood and state of health and learning their various requirements and preferences. The design of the interior and digital continuity - in other words, end-to-end connectivity - are now among the most important purchase criteria, in particular in China. But with all these distractions, who is still paying attention to the traffic? …