How Nissan saw the car of the future in 1983 (+ video)

In 1983, at a time when the automotive industry was just beginning to see the possibilities offered by technologyNissan launched a daring concept that would impress many creativity the following decades.

A visionary concept from the 80s, seen by Nissan

An example NRV-IIalthough it was stuck in a unique ’80s style, it incorporated technologies that are now commonplace, even essential, in our modern cars.
The Nissan NRV-II was great more than just a concept car ; it was a demonstration of what tomorrow’s mobility could be like. Equipment and direct lights and rain-activated wipers, this car introduced features that anticipated future demands for automation and driving comfort.
To this was added the system of forward radarcapable of detecting the proximity of objects and adjusting the vehicle’s speed accordingly, foreshadowing the driver assistance and active safety systems we know today.
inside, future dashboard The NRV-II had a screen that displayed important information such as the distance to the vehicle ahead, and could even provide safety alerts. This early interface concept paved the way for digital displays and interactive dashboards that are ubiquitous in modern cars.
Perhaps the most amazing invention was his voice recognition system. When the very idea of “talk to your car” were the stuff of science fiction, the NRV-II allowed drivers to control certain vehicle functions by voice, technology that we take for granted today and the integration of systems such as secret from Apple or Google Assistant.

Nissan NRV-II: the ancestor of modern cars

In terms of propulsion, the NRV-II was not spared, including its own an engine that runs on methanol. Although this technology has not yet reached the general public, the idea of ​​a less polluting alternative fuel is still relevant, especially as the world is looking for it. solutions to climate change problems.
However, not all ideas in NRV-II have stood the test of time. For example, scratch-resistant plastic windows taken by Nissan have never supplanted laminated glass, which offers better safety and durability.
Despite that, the NRV-II remains an impressive testimony Nissan’s future vision. Four decades later, we can appreciate how ahead of their time some of these inventions were.

The Nissan NRV-II wasn’t just a car, it was dream look to the futuremany things that have been basic elements of today’s cars.