Technological advancements are driving the auto industry toward a smarter, more efficient, and eco-friendly future Enhanced Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, such as automatic emergency braking, are revolutionising safety, using sensors to warn drivers and prevent collisions. PHOTO: CITROEN Cars that park themselves, communicate with infrastructure and even support the national power grid are quickly moving from concept to reality in the automotive industry. A pilot project launched in November 2023 is exploring how electric vehicle (EV) batteries can return energy to the national grid during peak periods.
This vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology shows how EVs might soon go beyond mere transportation. Many cars now offer advanced connectivity options. For instance, thanks to seamless smartphone integration to in-car Wi-Fi hotspots, drivers can receive real-time traffic updates and predictive route planning.
Voice assistants like Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX and BMW’s iDrive can control in-car functions through simple voice commands. Safety features further underscore this rapid evolution of the automotive industry. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) in many new cars include automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality.
These changes have transformed the driving experience across all vehicle types as the auto industry launches more efficient, connected, and eco-friendly rides – whether internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid or el.