Roadside Essentials M7 Automotive nødverktøy by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi

Roadside Essentials M7 Automotive nødverktøy by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Bronse in Design av Kjøretøydeler, Biltilbehør og Pleieprodukter Competition Category.

BronseKjøretøytilbehør· 2025

Roadside Essentials M7 Automotive nødverktøy

by Shang Hai, Ai Mu and Bo Zhi

Client: Luckfire

A' Design Award i Bronse Winner in Kjøretøytilbehør Category

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The Design

About Roadside Essentials M7 Automotive nødverktøy

Roadside Essentials M7 er et bærbart nødverktøy for kjøretøy. Fire funksjoner er kombinert i én enhet: startbistand, dekkpumping, telefonlading og nødbelysning. Den enkeltstående enheten erstatter flere separate produkter og sparer plass under reise. Skallet er laget av brannhemmende materiale, og kjernedelene inkluderer sensorer for overvåking og beskyttelse. Alle funksjoner er merket på overflaten, og hvert grensesnitt er plassert ved siden av funksjonen det betjener. Den kompakte kroppen måler 113 x 61 x 203 millimeter.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award i Bronse

Roadside Essentials M7 Automotive nødverktøy er vinner av A' Design Award i Bronse, en høyt prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles enestående design som utmerker seg ved kreativitet, oppfinnsomhet og skarpsindighet. Bronsevinnere er rikt dyktige og påfallende kreative gjenstander som bekrefter designernes store erfaring, fantasi og ressurssterkhet. Roadside Essentials M7 Automotive nødverktøy forventes å være en høyt ansett, beundret og verdsatt gjenstand som er bemerkelsesverdig profesjonell og nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Bronse, rommer beste praksis innen kunst, vitenskap, design og teknologi og utmerker seg ved sin omtanke for detaljer. Roadside Essentials M7 Automotive nødverktøy tilfredsstiller behov på en strålende måte, berører ønsker, sjarmerer følelser og vekker nysgjerrighet.

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