Here are some of the biggest changes that customers should be aware of.
Autonomous Driving
Autonomous driving has been the topic of conversation since Google began experimenting with its self-driving cars. We are finally beginning to see some real headway with it. The Waymo vehicle has actually had some new sensors built into it. Some experts speculate that the first self-driving car could be on the market within the next year.
This will create major opportunities for customers throughout the world. Benefits of self-driving cars will include:
- Minimizing accidents caused by drowsiness.
- Encouraging customers to be more productive, since they can use their driving time to focus on other endeavors.
- Allowing drivers to be more social with their passengers.
Autonomous vehicles could drive down insurance prices in the near future. Customers that look at sites like The Zebra for Insurance Data may see lower premiums, as autonomous vehicles begin to drive down accident rates.
The Emergence of Crossover Vehicles
Large families have debated the benefits of driving SUVs for years. On one hand, SUVs are more spacious, which is ideal for transporting two or more children at a time. On the other hand, they are not very fuel efficient and are clumsy to operate.
New Multi-Terrain Vehicles
As baby boomers begin to retire, they are planning on spending more time taking trips that they couldn’t go on while they were taking care of their children. They are beginning to invest in newer, more versatile vehicles. Many of these vehicles are higher end and capable of operating on more rugged terrain. Since many baby boomers are leaving the city for road trips in other parts of the country, demand for these vehicles appears to be spiking.
Blockchain Can Improve Pricing Efficiency
The car industry has been grappling with a number of challenges over the past few years. One of these challenges has been the growing number of people selling counterfeit parts. They are exploring a number of solutions, which includes using blockchain to vet them first. Removing counterfeit parts from the market should help improve transparency and lead to more efficient pricing strategies.
Growing Dependence on Big Data
Big data has been one of the primary game-changers in every industry. The automobile industry has not escaped this trend. The Department of Transportation recently proposed new rules that would make it easier for all vehicles on the road to talk to each other by 2020.
The Vehicle Industry is Changing at Breakneck Speed
The automobile industry has made a lot of progress over the last few years. By 2018, we will see a number of changes for all vehicles on the market.
Courtesy of The Future of Things