CES 2017 witnessed the introduction of many concept self-driving cars, mobile vehicles and convenient car applications.
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| 1. Self-driving cars:Not all of the concept cars at CES 2017 have autonomous driving features, but the presence of many automakers shows that self-driving cars are the trend of the future. Basically, there are 3 levels of autonomous vehicles. Level 5 cars are fully autonomous. That means the car does not need a steering wheel or pedals. At level 4, this vehicle is more practical with features to communicate with traffic systems and traffic lights. In the next 5 years, level 3 self-driving cars can operate themselves under certain conditions. These cars need a driver to sit and intervene when necessary. |
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| 2. Digital assistant:Not only do car manufacturers help drivers, they also support drivers more with other control software. Users now tend to want to connect more easily in the car with virtual assistant software such as Siri, Alexa, Microsoft Cortana or Google Assistant. |
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| 3. Applications and connections:Ford and Toyota have announced the creation of the SmartDeviceLink platform to support more devices and applications in cars. The automakers participating in this alliance include Mazda, Suzuki, Peugeot and Subaru, in addition to suppliers such as Harman and QNX. With standardized applications in the future, drivers will be able to use their smartphones to lock and unlock doors, turn on the air conditioner, or check fuel. |
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| 4. Electric vehicles:Many of the car concepts at CES 2017 were electric. Honda showed off the NeuV concept, which has a 20 kWh battery, wireless charging, and can even make you money. For those who prefer family cars, the Chrysler Portal EV Concept, with a 100 kWh battery and DC Fast Charging, is a notable model. Faraday Future also showed off a Tesla-defeating car with a 130 kWh battery and the ability to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.39 seconds. |
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| 5. Mobile devices:Automakers and startups seem to be turning to mobility. Hyundai has unveiled an exoskeleton that can help paraplegics walk. Honda has unveiled the Unicub, a smart personal mobility vehicle. |
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