Yan Zeng, Ruifeng Wang and Yuyin Sun · CLIENT: Journeylink
Journeylink is an in-car infotainment system supporting multivehicle coordination for group road trips. Through iterative layout testing, a card-based UI was optimized for driver accessibility. Features include real time location sharing, collaborative navigation and voice messaging. A prioritized notification system minimizes distractions by displaying alerts based on urgency. Additional tools such as view capture and trip memory support interactive yet safe travel experiences. The design emphasizes information hierarchy, accessibility, and seamless operation in fast-paced driving contexts.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- JourneyLink is an advanced in car infotainment system designed for seamless multi vehicle coordination, enhancing road trips for families and friends. It integrates real time navigation, V2V communication, shared stops, and emergency alerts, ensuring a safer, more connected, and enjoyable group travel experience.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- JourneyLink is a digital in car infotainment application designed for seamless multi vehicle coordination. It operates on cloud based architecture, supporting real time V2V (Vehicle to Vehicle) communication and GPS synchronization. The system is compatible with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and embedded vehicle infotainment systems, ensuring cross platform accessibility and smooth data transmission for group travel efficiency.
- Tags
- Vehicle to Vehicle communication, Road Trip Navigation, Multi Vehicle Coordination, In Car Infotainment, Group Travel App, Real Time GPS Sync, Family Road Trips, Connected Driving Experience, Smart Travel Assistant
- Production Technology
- JourneyLink was developed using advanced HMI (Human Machine Interface) design principles, integrating V2V (Vehicle to Vehicle) communication technology for seamless multi vehicle coordination. The design process involved user research, prototyping, and iterative usability testing to refine interaction flows. Built for in car infotainment systems, it leverages cloud based real time data synchronization, ensuring reliable and intuitive user experiences.
- Design Challenge
- The biggest challenge was designing a seamless V2V communication system that enhances multi vehicle coordination without distracting drivers. Balancing real time updates, safety alerts, and user friendly interaction was critical. Technical constraints included ensuring reliable data synchronization across different vehicle systems. Extensive user testing helped refine the interface, ensuring smooth operation while maintaining safety and engagement, ultimately making group travel more efficient and enjoyable.
- Project Duration
- The project started in April 2023 in Philadelphia and San Francisco and was completed in August 2023.
- Operation Flow
- JourneyLink operates as a seamless in car infotainment system designed for multi vehicle road trips. Users can sync travel plans, share real time locations, and communicate via voice or text. Key interactions include setting shared stops, sending route deviation invites, and receiving emergency alerts. The V2V communication enables instant coordination, ensuring a smooth and connected group travel experience. Additionally, JourneyLink captures scenic moments throughout the journey, allowing travelers to document and relive shared memories, making road trips more enjoyable and meaningful.
- Research
- The research focused on enhancing multi vehicle travel coordination. Objectives included improving navigation, communication, and trip sharing. Methods involved secondary research, surveys (237 responses), and interviews with 10 road trip experts. Usability testing with 8 participants validated key features. Insights led to a user friendly V2V system that improves group travel efficiency, safety, and shared experiences, influencing both user engagement and the evolution of connected vehicle technology.
- Inspiration
- JourneyLink was inspired by the challenge of coordinating multi vehicle road trips for families and friends. Traditional navigation apps lack real time group coordination. By leveraging V2V communication, JourneyLink enables seamless route syncing, real time updates, and shared experiences, ensuring safer, more connected, and enjoyable road trips.
- Image Credits
- All image and video: Creator (Designer) Yan Zeng, Ruifeng Wang, Yuyin Sun, JourneyLink, 2025.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to Yan Zeng, Ruifeng Wang, Yuyin Sun, 2025.
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