First Time Experience

Year

2022 - Now

Team

Product Manager, Data Scientist, User Researcher, Engineering

Platforms

In-car Displays (HMI), Mobile App (iOS & Android)

My Role

  • Led design strategy and interface design across mobile & in-vehicle touchpoints

  • Defined product goals and onboarding logic with PMs and data scientists

  • Facilitated usability testing, cross-functional collaboration, and rollout

Problem / The Overwhelming First Moment

When new customers take delivery of their brand-new premium EV, they are usually thrilled and ready to experience the technology and luxury experience.


However, the dashboard presents a maze of menus, settings, and unfamiliar terminology. There’s no clear starting point.

The previous design of First Time Experience is to address this problem, providing a curate journey to onboard user for start driving and enjoy essential personalized features. However…

Solution / A seamless Onboarding Journey that Welcomes Owners with Confidence & Warmth

01 / How might we reduce user effort, while making onboarding feel personal & engaging?

02 / Eliminate Unnecessary Steps

03 / Turning the Waiting Period into a Warm Welcome

Pre-delivery experience
Onboarding starts before entering the vehicle

Pre-delivery experience
Onboarding starts before entering the vehicle

Pre-delivery experience
Onboarding starts before entering the vehicle

Pre-delivery experience
Onboarding starts before entering the vehicle

04 / From Setup to Storytelling

  • Lightweight, engaing, and motivational setup journey

  • Progress feedback and flexible paths reduced friction

  • Tone shifted from technical to welcoming, with personalized touches

05 / Impacts

Interested in the full walkthourgh?

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