Skywell is one of many Chinese electronics companies interested in diversifying their investment in the automotive industry, in this case, with the launch of their first electric vehicle. Named Skyhome, it is expected to enter production next year, under the auspices of the newcomer division, Skyworth Automotive.
Breaking away from the prevailing trend, the Skyhome does not have the popular SUV format, but presents itself as an imposing sedan with futuristic and elegant lines, designed to offer above-average habitability and comfort. The interior is luxurious, including a retractable “XL” size screen on the ceiling for rear passengers, which appears to be even larger than the 31.1″ display of the new BMW 7 Series. In addition to this “home-cinema” system, the model also incorporates a set of virtual assistants, which the Chinese company has named “Ten Intelligent Stewards,” an AI-based technology that offers functions ranging from entrepreneurial guidance to emotional support.
The vehicle’s advanced voice capabilities allow it to “listen, speak, see, recognize, understand, and think,” including a continuous vital sign monitoring system designed to detect health problems in early stages.
Skyworth also claims that its electric sedan features one of the most advanced pneumatic suspensions in the industry, including a front double triangular arm configuration, a rear multilink architecture with five arms in aluminum alloy, and a weight distribution between the two axles of 50:50. The chassis design, with the battery, allows for the use of 127 fewer parts than conventional fully electric vehicles, resulting in a 24% weight reduction announced by the Asian manufacturer.
