Shocking truth for today: we spend an average of 4.3 years driving a car. Have you ever thought about how your life could be different if you could spend less time driving? Previously we wrote about how autonomous cars will revolutionize the world, now here are some ideas how self-driving cars will change your life.
More than 100,000 police-reported crashes are the result of proven driver fatigue each year just in the U.S. Do you need more proof? Instead of spending thousands of dollars on safety alert features for staying awake in your car, just sit back and enjoy the massage function of your driver seat. Technology will transfer cars from infotainment to purely entertainment systems, specifically built to set the proper mood for relaxation. Special programs will be available in your car with massage seats, ambient lights and corresponding music to cool off after a long day.
We all had those mornings when we had to drive for hours at dawn to catch an early meeting and it ruined our entire day. Sleeping in your car is not only going to make your trip safer, but by letting you sleep, will also help you perform better during the day.
Countless frustrated hours are spent in traffic. We are sure this world will still exist, but is going to be a lot better world. We believe owning a car will cease to be a priority; shared, autonomous cars together with public transformation will fasten up our way of travelling. Cars will always be available whenever you need them and can be easily summoned by a tap on your phone. Automated taxis can not only result in less energy consumption but also in a much more rationalized daily traffic. Pick up your colleagues on the way to your workplace and send your kids to school together with their mates – sync your travels with others. Click here to learn more in our newest video!
Self-driving technology will significantly change the design of future cars as well. It will help to break down the barriers of traditional passenger seat arrangement and transform cars into more lounge-like vehicles. Drivers are mentally isolated from others as they have to focus on traffic and the road. In the future they can be an integral part of any conversation or activity with the rest of people who they are travelling with.
New seat arrangements will support the ways we spend our time as tourists as well. With augmented reality technologies we can just get into the vehicle and take part in a customized experience of city tour with better fares.
Currently, about 75% of all carbon monoxide pollution comes from cars. Existing technologies such as adaptive cruise control, eco-engines, and traffic light synchronization has already improved the efficiency of current transportation infrastructure. With autonomous cars, we believe we can completely eradicate greenhouse gas emission on the streets. There are existing studies predicting a 94% reduction in CO emission by 2030 if society can manage to switch to self-driving electric cars.
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