5 new trends in the world automobile industry in 2017

The change of consumers as well as the race of technology and designs between manufacturers... are forming new trends in the world's automobile industry.

Recently, based on the changes in consumers' car choices as well as product development of manufacturers, Automotive has proposed 5 new development trends in the automotive industry that will explode in 2017. Let's take a look at these trends:

1. The return of large SUVs

In the context of the SUV segment becoming increasingly popular with consumers, automakers are gradually diversifying their products. In particular, large crossovers with spacious interiors are becoming a new trend. Subaru introduced the Viziv-7 with a 7-seat design, Audi also launched the Q8 model, in addition to the Chevrolet Traverse 2018 and Volkswagen Atlas...

These models are designed with a monocoque chassis structure, spacious interior with 7 seats. Currently, most of these models are introduced as concept cars, however, the commercial version will soon be put into production for distribution to consumers.

2. The boom of super luxury SUV models

The booming trend of SUVs is spreading to luxury and supercar brands around the world. 15 years after Porsche launched the Cayenne and is now reaping success, other brands are gradually entering this segment. Last year Bentley introduced the Bentayga to the market, shortly after Lamborghini launched the Urus concept car and is expected to go into production in 2017. Other brands such as Rolls-Royce and Aston Martin are also planning to produce SUVs.

3. Upgrade engine power

In response to consumer demand for a versatile yet powerful vehicle, car manufacturers have continuously upgraded engine technology. However, while in the past this trend mainly appeared on coupes and sports sedans, now with the development of technology, manufacturers can increase engine power for other car models. The most popular is increasing engine capacity by methods such as installing dual fuel injection systems, turbocharging and increasing compression ratios...

Projects to develop some models such as Aston Martin RMB 001, Mercedes AMG, Bugatti Chiron... are producing models with engine capacity up to 1,000 horsepower. This number promises to continue to increase in the near future.

4. The future of diesel engines is still bright

The Volkswagen emissions cheating scandal has dealt a serious blow to diesel development, but that doesn’t mean the engine is dead in North America. Automakers like Fiat Chrysler (FCA), Mazda, and Ford are all planning to develop diesel engines for their vehicles.

Mazda has finalized plans to offer a diesel version on the 2017 CX-5 model sold in North America this year. Ford also equips the most popular pickup truck in the US, the F-150, with a diesel engine. Luxury car manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Jaguar, continue to offer diesel engines on their vehicle lines. Meanwhile, the Chevrolet Cruze model will also be available with a diesel engine... Therefore, the future of diesel engines is still considered quite bright.

5. Cars are increasingly integrating more technology

In 2017, the development of science and technology will continue to help cars become more modern, safer and smarter. If in the past, CD players were considered a notable equipment on every car, today, car entertainment technology has developed to a new level with Bluetooth connection, entertainment screens... Not only luxury cars, popular car models such as Chevrolet Spark are also equipped with this technology. Many car models even integrate software to support connection with smartphones.

In addition, safety technology is also developed, popular sedans like the Chevrolet Cruze are also equipped with emergency braking systems or pedestrian detection systems available in the new Kia Rio.

According to TNO