The Afeela 1 was unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show that opened in Las Vegas on Jan 6.

At 4,914mm long, the electric vehicle (EV) is nearly as big as the Honda Accord. Besides the suite of advanced driving assistance features meant to reduce driving stress and improve safety, the car also has a unique sound system and a high-end digital user interface.

Afeela is a joint venture between consumer electronics brand Sony and Honda. The car will be produced at Honda’s factory in Ohio in the US. Deliveries in Japan will begin in the first half of 2027.

The brand also showed the Afeela Prototype, which is the crossover, at the event. A production version based on the show car is expected to be ready in 2028.

Ahead of a full unveiling in May, Volkswagen has revealed how the ID. Polo’s interior looks. This is a compact electric hatchback that is smaller than the Golf.

It showcases the German carmaker’s new approach to designing its user interface.

After relying heavily on touchscreen interfaces in the current crop of models, it is bringing back conventional buttons and control dials. The satellite controls on the steering spokes have also been reimagined. Instead of being glossy, touch-sensitive switches...