Brose Campus Shuttle

In 2019, as part of a collaboration between the Integrated Product Design bachelor’s program at Hochschule Coburg and Brose, we developed Campus Shuttle - a speculative mobility concept for 2035. The project aimed to rethink short-distance travel, moving away from traditional seating layouts and instead experimenting with moving spaces that enhance accessibility and efficiency.

Campus Shuttle is designed for confined environments such as university campuses, corporate premises, terminals, and trade fairs. While electric and fully autonomous vehicles for private use are becoming widely available, this concept explores new applications for the public sector, focusing on seamless integration into urban environments rather than imposing a strong visual presence.

A key feature of Campus Shuttle is the 160-degree movable sliding door, which allows for simultaneous access and egress, optimizing passenger flow and boarding efficiency. A retractable ramp ensures a barrier-free transition from sidewalk to vehicle, improving wheelchair accessibility. The ultra-low base frame and transparent 360-degree glass exterior allow the vehicle to blend into its surroundings, reducing visual clutter in cityscapes.

In the cabin, a central information hub serves as an anchor for navigation and communication, supporting intuitive wayfinding. From unlocking the ride via app clips to real-time information displays, the system is designed to create a streamlined shared mobility experience while maintaining spatial efficiency in confined environments.