Stellantis has provided a glimpse of what its future with electric vehicles may look like.
The automaker unveiled on Tuesday the Chrysler Halcyon concept vehicle, which represents a look at a fully-electric model.
"The Chrysler Halcyon Concept creates a level of serenity that fully represents the Halcyon name," said Chrysler Brand CEO Chris Feuell. "The Halcyon showcases innovative and sustainable mobility solutions that embrace technology and offer value to customers while delivering Harmony in Motion. The Chrysler Halcyon Concept brings to life a fully electric tomorrow through new technology suites from Stellantis that integrate with simple and pure aerodynamic design and a seamless, connected, and immersive cockpit experience."
The Halcyon concept is designed to take the driver through a series of modes using artificial intelligence and biometrics. For example, AI prepares the vehicle and sets interior comfort. Biometrics are used to identify the driver.
The prototype uses 800-volt lithium-sulfur EV batteries. Stellantis said that type of battery has an estimated 60 per cent lower carbon footprint than the current batteries in production.
Chrysler is on track to launch its first electric battery vehicle by 2025 and is expected to introduce an all-electric lineup by 2030.
The brand has already introduced three EV concept vehicles. They are the Portal concept in 2017, the Airflow concept in 2022, and the Synthesis Cockpit Demonstrator last year.
Should the Halcyon move ahead with production, it will likely be built at a facility with full EV capabilities. When asked about the possibility of the vehicle being built at the Windsor Assembly Plant, a Stellantis spokesman told WindsorNewsToday.ca that no indication has been given on where any model will be produced.
