Roadside Essentials M7 Mahi Matua: Taputapu Ohorere mō ngā Waka by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi

Roadside Essentials M7 Mahi Matua: Taputapu Ohorere mō ngā Waka by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Wāhanga Waka, Āparetanga Motokā me ngā Hua Tiaki Competition Category.

ParahiĀparetanga Waka· 2025

Roadside Essentials M7 Mahi Matua: Taputapu Ohorere mō ngā Waka

by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi

Client: Luckfire

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Āparetanga Waka Category

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The Design

About Roadside Essentials M7 Mahi Matua: Taputapu Ohorere mō ngā Waka

Kupu Pukapuka: Ko te Roadside Essentials M7 he taputapu ohorere kawe mō ngā waka. E whā ngā mahi kua whakakotahitia ki roto i tētahi taputapu kotahi: te tīmata pana, te whakakī pungarehu, te whakahiko waea me te whakamārama ohorere. Ko tēnei tahi taputapu ka whakakapi i ngā hua motuhake maha, ā, ka tiaki wāhi i te wā e haere ana. He mea hanga te anga ki te rauemi ahi-ūkui, ā, kei roto i ngā wāhanga matua ngā pūoko mō te aroturuki me te tiaki. Kua tapaina ngā mahi katoa ki runga i te mata, ā, kua whakatakotoria ia atanga ki te taha o te mahi e whakaratohia ana e ia. Ko te ine o te tinana pūahua he 113 ki te 61 ki te 203 mirimita.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Roadside Essentials M7 Mahi Matua: Taputapu Ohorere mō ngā Waka te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Roadside Essentials M7 Mahi Matua: Taputapu Ohorere mō ngā Waka he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Roadside Essentials M7 Mahi Matua: Taputapu Ohorere mō ngā Waka i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

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