Exploring Today's New Car Technology

Car tech is always changing and moving forward. Sometimes, the changes are barely noticeable, but other times the changes are quite dramatic.

19:12 14 May 2019

The following are some exciting tech features that are meant to take driving to a whole new level that should make you fall in love with driving again.

Safer Driving

One thing drivers want is the technology that will help them be better drivers. Several automakers are starting to provide this, especially high-end automakers, with a series of technological advances.

Some vehicles come with sensors that help keep drivers far enough from vehicles in front of them and other sensors that help keep you in your lane. Some high-end vehicles also come with an attention system that uses both audio and visual cues to ensure the driver is paying attention to the road.

Next Generation Dashboard

Some of today's leading luxury brands have adopted the next generation dashboard display. Most vehicles come with an infotainment center with a touchscreen LCD screen, but high-end brands are now adopting HUD or the heads-up display.

This system comes with the infotainment center screen but also displays images on the windshield. Imagine driving around in a car that allows you to see things like speed or navigation information right on your windshield and in high definition. It is almost like living in the future here and now.

Next Level Climate Control

Climate control on newer, luxury vehicles are being taken to the next level in a number of ways. Most of them are using the built-in GPS system to track the temperature and make adjustments as you drive. This is all done automatically, so you always feel optimal temperature at all times.

It should also be pointed out that the new temperature control system in some models also tracks sun exposure. If you or any of the passengers inside the vehicle are getting more sun, then it adjusts the temperature to ensure this person is cooled down. This is definitely going to be helpful in regions of the UK where the temperature is a little wild.

Beyond Safety

Being a safer driver is what many drivers want, but there are dangers that most drivers cannot escape. Well, do not fret because technology is taking on the challenge of making drivers even safer by allowing you to enjoy tech-given enhancements that you couldn't have enjoyed otherwise. The safety features mentioned earlier are merely tools to make you safer, but these make you a super driver.

For example, some newer models come with a blind spot sensor to help prevent you from hitting someone in your blind spot. Other vehicles come with night vision, which allows you to detect pedestrians, bikers, or even animals when vision is impaired. Those hoping to enjoy nights should consider a luxury car hire in London with these features to truly feel safe.

Tomorrow's Tech Steps

Okay, now you know a little about the technologies available in most luxury vehicles, but you may be interested in what might be happening in the future.

The following are technologies that are being worked on or tested at the moment. You might see these advancements in the coming years, so get ready to be impressed.

The Gestures

There are active technologies being worked on that are meant to help drivers control things like music or other aspects of their vehicle using only gestures. There are some luxury vehicles with these capabilities already, but they are quite limited. The 3D vision cameras needed for this are being improved on to make this idea a universal reality.

Self-Driving

Perhaps one of the most exciting types of vehicles coming your way is the self-driving vehicle. This option helps ease your mind while driving and eliminate the need to worry about paying attention to the road when you can enjoy the sights. The technology is still being tested, so people are still far from seeing these cars in action, but the time will come soon enough.

These are just some of the devices, gadgets, and technologies that automakers are putting in their models. Most of these can be enjoyed in luxury models so it might be a good idea to take one out for a spin to truly see how far auto tech has come. You are probably going to fall in love with some of these features and how much safer they may make you feel.