Foldable Steering Wheel for Autonomous Vehicles

Steering Wheel

The advancement of autonomous driving transforms vehicles from transport into lifestyle spaces for living, relaxing, and working. This project proposes a foldable steering wheel that reduces spatial constraints and enhances interior flexibility. In manual mode, the wheel unfolds and works like a conventional one. In autonomous mode, it folds away to open up space. Even when folded, side controls stay accessible for emergency input. Inspired by yoke-style designs, the form improves front visibility and openness. Soft volumes, refined textures, a sleek leather-metal finish, and ambient backlighting reflect the future of mobility interfaces.