French car manufacturer Citroën have designed Hypnos, a diesel-electric hybrid 4×4 concept car, which was awarded concept car of the year by British motoring magazine Autocar last month. The 4.9m car features rear hinged back doors and an offset seating arrangement with seats upholstered using “prism-shaped components”. Strangely enough, a camera installed in the ceiling monitors the driver’s facial expressions and alters the cabin’s lighting and smell according to their mood.
The British designer of Hypnos’ interior, Leighanne Earley, won the Autocar award for Automotive Leader of the Future. The design was shown at the Paris Motor Show in October. Citroën has released more details about the spectacular Hypnos concept as the car makes its world premiere at the prestigious Paris Motor Show. A bit too futuristic for my liking, but worth a nod nonetheless.
