GM patented a steering wheel that can change shape to suit any driver

The rim is made of a deformable material that can be adjusted to different sizes, grips, and thicknesses. This allows the driver to customize the steering wheel to their own liking, making it more comfortable and efficient to use.

This is just a small example of how GM is constantly innovating and finding new ways to improve the driving. The patent application number US 11,433,938 B2 describes variable rim shapes and variances in the overall circumference owing to a fluid bladder inside the wheel that is linked to a pump to alter the pressure within the rim.

For example, a user may want a smaller, grippier wheel for high-performance driving and a larger, smoother wheel for long-distance travel. Users can install an aftermarket steering wheel that matches their particular driving requirements, but having the ability to change the wheel to fit individual preferences on the go would be far more convenient.

Even though patent registration does not mean that an adaptive steering wheel will become available in future cars, the idea is still fascinating.

Source: GM Authority