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Roadside Essentials M7 Neyðarverkfæri fyrir bifreiðar by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi

Roadside Essentials M7 Neyðarverkfæri fyrir bifreiðar by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award í bronsi in Hönnun ökutækjahluta, bílaukahluta og umhirðuvara Competition Category.


BronsÖkutækjaaukahlutur· 2025

Roadside Essentials M7 Neyðarverkfæri fyrir bifreiðar

by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi

Client: Luckfire

A' Design Award í bronsi Winner in Ökutækjaaukahlutur Category

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The Design

About Roadside Essentials M7 Neyðarverkfæri fyrir bifreiðar

Roadside Essentials M7 er færanlegt neyðarverkfæri fyrir ökutæki. Fjórir eiginleikar eru sameinaðir í einu tæki: ræsihjálp, dekkjapumpa, símahleðsla og neyðarlýsing. Þessi eina eining kemur í stað margra aðskildra vara og sparar pláss á ferðalögum. Skelin er úr eldþolnu efni og kjarnahlutar innihalda skynjara til vöktunar og verndar. Allir eiginleikar eru merktir á yfirborðinu og hvert tengi er staðsett við hlið þess eiginleika sem það þjónar. Þéttur búkurinn mælist 113 sinnum 61 sinnum 203 millimetrar.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award í bronsi

Roadside Essentials M7 Neyðarverkfæri fyrir bifreiðar vann A' Design Award í bronsi, mjög virta viðurkenningu sem veitt er framúrskarandi hönnunarverkum sem einkennast af sköpunargáfu, hugvitssemi og skarpskyggni. Sigurvegarar í bronsi eru ríkulega leiknir og áberandi skapandi gripir sem staðfesta víðtæka reynslu, ímyndunarafl og útsjónarsemi hönnuða sinna. Þess er vænst að Roadside Essentials M7 Neyðarverkfæri fyrir bifreiðar sé mjög metinn, dáður og elskaður hlutur sem er einstaklega fagmannlegur og nýstárlegur. Þetta hönnunarverk sem vann A' Design Award í bronsi felur í sér bestu starfsvenjur í list, vísindum, hönnun og tækni og er framúrskarandi fyrir athygli sína á smáatriðum. Roadside Essentials M7 Neyðarverkfæri fyrir bifreiðar fullnægir þörfum á dásamlegan hátt, snertir langanir, heillar tilfinningar og vekur forvitni.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
Roadside Essentials M7 truly embodies the all in one philosophy, where N equals 1. It redefines the multifunctional integration and user experiences an automotive tool can provide. By integrating four key features, including jump starting, tire inflation, phone charging, and emergency lighting, into a single device, the M7 eliminates the need for multiple bulky products, offering the ultimate compact solution to various travel disruptions that every driver and outdoor adventurer faces.
Dimensions & Packaging
113mm*61mm*203mm
Tags
All in One Solution, Minimalist Design, Rock Solid Color Concept, Redundancy Philosophy in CMF, Safety Control Design Philosophy, User Friendliness
Production Technology
All core components follow automotive grade redundancy, with over 30 percent extra margin to guarantee superior reliability in extreme conditions.
The shell is made from the materials highly resistant to fire, offering a premium tactile experience and top safety.
An intelligent, stable power output algorithm ensures safe energy distribution across all scenarios, plus algorithmic safeguards for ten extreme conditions. All core parts have multiple sensors for comprehensive monitoring and protection.
Design Challenge
The key challenge lies in achieving the all in one philosophy, where N equals 1. At its core, this means creating a single device that seamlessly replaces multiple tools while maximizing functionality. The design prioritizes compactness and integration, with extensive effort focused on minimizing size and weight without compromising versatility. The result is a device that delivers essential value in reliability, convenience, and safety, enabling users to enjoy every journey with peace of mind.
Research
As road trips and car camping become increasingly popular, travelers are seeking more versatile automotive tools. However, most products are limited in functionality and poor in multifunctional integration, forcing users to carry separate devices like tire inflators, jump starters, and emergency lights. This causes inconvenient and takes up much space, making travel more complicated. The M7, with its all in one design, offers the ultimate compact companion to boost travel convenience and safety.
Inspiration
Guided by minimalist aesthetics and the Rock Solid color concept, the M7 moves beyond the utilitarian, tool like appearance of traditional emergency gear. It transforms into a travel companion blending functionality and minimalist elegance. With smooth, minimalist lines and a sharp, angular form, it achieves a refined, sophisticated look. This design positions the M7 as a generational leap in automotive and outdoor products, offering users not only functionality but also a stylish experience.
Project Duration
The design and development of the M7 began in Shanghai, in September 2024 and were completed in Shenzhen, in December 2024. The product will be released for the European and American markets in May 2025.
Operation Flow
Designed with user friendliness in mind, all functions of the M7 are clearly labeled on the surface, and the placement of interfaces corresponds directly to their functions, making it intuitive for users to understand and operate the product. Additionally, the builtin automatic programs, combined with simple button operations and clear interface displays, allow for a foolproof experience, making the product accessible for nonprofessional users.
Team Members
Lin Luo
Yihuan Huang
Chenchen Gu
Binghui Xue

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