2026
Lumen Prize Winners
AUTO
2026 Experiential Innovation Award Winner
Lauren Lee McCarthy
Los Angeles, USA
AUTO is an autonomous vehicle driven by collective singing. Passengers learn the words only as they leave their lips, gradually realizing that they aren't simply riding in AUTO, but becoming part of it. Developed through collaboration with local communities, the work turns questions around AI, automation, surveillance, infrastructure, and control into a playful and provocative collective experience.