As smartphones, smart home devices and other technologies get smarter, auto technology is not left behind. Vehicles that are on the roads today are integrated with high-end tech solutions that enhance the user experience. The technologies that we are going to discuss are already in use today. They are mainly present in high-end vehicles, but it is expected that they will spread to more vehicles in the future. Also, these trends will be introduced even into standard vehicles to make all of them smart. Let us take a look at the most popular technologies that will enable this dream to be a reality.
Cars That Communicate
Currently, some vehicles can communicate with each other through sophisticated connectivity. Fleet vehicles that transport VIP clients have these capabilities through aftermarket devices. But the automakers are working hard to include this in some high-end vehicles like Rolls Royce and Bentley. These cars will also communicate with the roads in the same way for better driving experience and an increase in safety.
Autonomous Vehicle Technology
Have you heard of vehicles that can move from one destination to another without a driver? Well, major automakers like BMW and Tesla have already produced such vehicles that do not need a driver to be behind the wheel. These vehicles use numerous technologies that are integrated together to make them work perfectly. Although it will require time before all vehicles adopt it, we will have many of these vehicles on the road in the near future.
Real-Time Monitoring of Vehicles
Most fleet companies are already doing this through aftermarket solutions like EyeRide products. The trend of using GPS and cameras in the vehicles is growing rapidly. In the future, the manufacturers will develop vehicles that include these options as standard. After all, it is a great thing to have vehicles that can be monitored because safety is enhanced. In the case of fleet vehicles, productivity also rises.
Sophisticated Control
Various car brands like Honda, BMW, Ferrari and Lamborghini have created their own motor control systems already. The intention is to make vehicles smart so that they can perform various tasks on their own. For instance, cars of the future will be able to balance speed, air conditioning, fans and pumps depending on various factors like the road and weather. According to experts, this is a current trend that is expected to be a major success in all vehicles in the future.
Augmented Reality
Currently, high-end vehicles are already using augmented reality on their dashboards. In the future, more vehicles will display all the information on the dashboard to help drivers navigate through the roads, read the messages from their phones and much more without having to turn their heads. Augmented reality can now be achieved through aftermarket devices today, but the information they will display is limited to what they are designed for. This will advance in the future when all these technologies are integrated into the car.
So, you have seen that future cars will be smarter than ever. As you plan to buy new models, look for some of these technologies because they will increase your daily driving experience.