A few words about the emergence of cars
For centuries, people have been looking for a way to create a machine that will move on its own. However, it was not until the industrial revolution when the first attempts were made to create a car which resembles today's vehicles. Previously, inventors tried to create “cars” powered by wind, human strength, and water. Unfortunately, they did not work well in everyday use. A real development boom in motorization happened at the end of the 19th century. This led to an avalanche in automotive innovations. Each car prototype brought something new to the development of the industry and astonished drivers. However, initially cars raised concerns and were an object of puzzlement, such as Karl Benz's tricycle.
Today's car prototypes
Today, even very innovative solutions are not as shocking as they were a few decades ago. Why is that? It is safe to say that today we expect much more from technology, and we are also more aware of how the automotive world is developing. But are all new ideas conceived by automotive engineers remarkable solutions?
Without proper testing, it is difficult to say. That is why car manufacturers firstly make prototypes, several or even dozens of cars to conduct such tests. These cars are firstly tested in a variety of laboratories and places where it is possible to assess their performance. Next, it is examined whether the new models shall be well-received by users. A group of lucky people have a chance to be the first to check what it’s like to drive a new vehicle from their favourite brand. Thanks to this kind of testing, manufacturers can determine if the new vehicle will be a success or whether its performance needs to be further improved. You can find more information on modern car prototypes at http://www.tunimotors.com/automotive-prototyping-future/.