The DKM 2.0 autonomous electric SUV is a design concept by Kazakh automotive stylist Vladislav Semenov that envisions off-road travel in 2035: a fully autonomous, long-range electric crossover with no steering wheel, seats that face each other, and a form language that merges sports car aggression with the versatility of an electric adventure vehicle. This is not a factory concept from Rivian or Polestar but an independent designer's statement about where the category is heading.
Who Is Vladislav Semenov?
Vladislav Semenov is a Kazakh automotive designer and stylist whose work spans electric vehicle concepts and near-future mobility visions. The DKM 2.0 draws on his study of production-intent electric brands including Rivian, Canoo, and Polestar, then projects their shared logic forward into a fully autonomous form. The concept debuted via his Behance portfolio and was picked up by automotive design publications including Yanko Design for its original visual language.
DKM 2.0 Design: Sporty Meets Practical
The DKM 2.0's exterior is defined by a silver and black palette, a flat front panel, and fenders that emerge outward to channel air into the intakes. The front carries a razor-thin headlight spanning the full width of the car, a treatment that creates a sense of visual continuity between the wheels. The roofline is low and tapered, and a slim roof-mounted luggage rack signals the vehicle's adventure-ready intentions without breaking the aerodynamic silhouette. The stepped, layered profile is unlike any production SUV on sale today, sitting somewhere between a low sports coupe and a practical electric crossover.
Level 5 Autonomy and the Interior Without a Steering Wheel
The DKM 2.0 is designed for Level 5 autonomy, meaning no driver input whatsoever. The interior reflects this fully: there is no steering wheel, no dashboard in the conventional sense, and no driver's seat orientation. Instead, contoured seats face each other across a shared cabin, transforming the interior into a social space for passengers. Ample leg and headroom make long-distance travel genuinely comfortable, and the concept uses regenerative braking to passively extend the battery range during the journey.
Built for Road Trips and Off-Road Adventures in 2035
Semenov conceived the DKM 2.0 specifically for country roads and light off-road use, a departure from most autonomous vehicle concepts that focus on urban environments. The long-range electric powertrain and regenerative braking system are designed to make extended road trips viable without frequent charging stops. The elevated ground clearance and the rooftop luggage accommodation confirm this is a vehicle designed to take its occupants somewhere wild, then take them home again, all without any driver involvement.
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Photo: Vladislav Semenov
