The rear window of cars will disappear, here is what it will be replaced by

An SUV is already arriving on our roads and it doesn't have a rear window!

Innovation in the automotive world has (almost) no limits. Each manufacturer tries to stand out and above all not to miss the next revolution. After the autonomous car, which quickly fell out of fashion, energy has focused on aids for people. driving, driving atmosphere and on-board, efficiency or electric autonomy of hybrid and electric cars. With the rise of embedded digital technology, we have also seen the emergence in a few years of reversing cameras or cameras for replace the exterior mirrors on high-end models.

Audi has notably experienced this on its latest electric models. Another firm stands out, Polestar, the premium electric branch of Volvo. The Polestar 4, the latest model from the Swedish brand, arrives on our roads this year with a quickly visible evolution: this coupe SUV does not have a window the rear. The famous "rear window" has simply disappeared! Instead, a digital camera installed on the roof ensures visibility. rear.

This innovation is not only aesthetic. The decision to remove the rear window stems from the coupe's configuration. of the Polestar 4, which naturally limits visibility. rear. Polestar engineers concluded that the traditional small rear window of a coupe SUV could not be used. only brought visibility. reduced while compromising space and practicality. In response, they opted for for a 2.5 megapixel camera, protected against the elements and integrated without harming à the vehicle's dynamics. This camera transmits images in real time to any user. an 8.9-inch high-definition LCD screen, replacing the classic interior rear-view mirror.

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Fear of the feeling of confinement and a dark atmosphere at home edge ? The engineers of the Swedish brand plan to solve this problem with two additions. The first is an integral glass roof that extends beyond the roof. rear seats. This feature creates a unique and welcoming atmosphere for passengers. Polestar combines it à adjustable ambient lighting inspired by of the solar system according to them, with a light cycle which automatically adapts to the conditions to offer a soothing and luminous atmosphere.

An advantage of this architecture, the removal of the rear window also makes it possible to maximize interior space. The rear seats are also electrically reclining, adding an extra touch of comfort. This configuration improves the feeling of space and brightness, often limited in other SUV coupes. Combined &agrav; Along with other aerodynamic characteristics, the removal of the rear window contributes to the performance. improve efficiency energy and overall performance of the vehicle.

L'adaptation &agrave the rear camera and However, the digital screen should require some adjustment time for drivers accustomed to traditional rear-view mirrors. Polestar assures you, the advantages offered by this technology are numerous: wider and clearer rear vision, a reduction in the glare caused by the headlights of other vehicles and the possibility of to adjust the brightness of the screen according to the driver's needs. Finally, in the event of a breakdown, be aware that the exterior mirrors, the only ones essential for the approval of a vehicle, are very classic mirrors. So in glass.