We’ve seen plenty of unique and futuristic car concepts over the years that were so far afield from anything that would ever see production, but there are few that can compare to the Mercedes Benz Vision AVTR unveiled at CES. The project was spearheaded by renowned designer and Daimler Chief Design Office Gorden Wagener and was reportedly inspired by James Cameron’s film Avatar. Describing this car as “otherworldly” almost does its complete departure from the norm a disservice because from the lack of a steering wheel, to co-driving with the center console, to the holographic tech and screens, to the incredible lines, to the living organism style wheels (that can crab!) this car is nothing short of extraordinary. We never thought something like this would ever even reach functional prototype stage, but Mercedes actually built one and sent it through the road test you can watch here.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
