The Weird Future Of Cars: 22 Bold Innovations That Will Alter Driving As We Know It

Efficiency Is The Goal

Imagine getting into your car and taking a nap, and then voila, you are at your destination. Dream no more because this is now a reality, and here is an account of 22 innovations that will most certainly change how we drive. 

Electric Charging

Autonomous Driving

Autonomous driving is changing the way people think about cars. A once fully operational machine by hand now comes with self-driving technology. Tesla’s Autopilot is one example that uses a combination of sensors, cameras, and AI to maneuver the road with minimal human input.

Autonomous Driving

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A Brighter Hand-Free Future

Goldman Sachs Research reports that by 2030, experts predict that about 10% of the cars on the roads will be partially autonomous. Picture a world where you don’t have to touch the wheel. With companies like Waymo and Cruise pushing forward, autonomous driving could become mainstream sooner than expected.

Cockpit of autonomous car. a vehicle running self driving mode.

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Electric Vehicle Batteries

Another significant switch in the making is cars having electric batteries. Tesla seems to be in the game of changing how we drive here as well with its latest battery that can last up to 500 miles on a single charge. Another benefit it presents is faster charging.

Charging Tesla Cybertruck at a Supercharger Station - 2024

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From Mechanical To Electrical

Did you know that several nations around the globe are on a mission to phase out gas-powered vehicles by 2035? This makes EVs a more attractive option for everyone. The European Union, Japan, and several US states have committed to this ban. These batteries offer longer ranges and enhanced safety.

BMW i4

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