Technology Rules Automotive Trends
The new year brings innovations and plenty of changes to the automotive industry. We live in a highly connected, fast-paced world. We are constantly “on,” and auto manufacturers are aware of this change in our social dynamic. Here are the most prominent automotive trends of 2019.
We Are All Connected
Digital connectivity is so pervasive in our personal lives – from Alexa to smart fridges – that it makes sense this technological shift would make its way into our vehicles. Consumers expect 2019 models to come standard with Wi-Fi and other digital technologies. Many models now come equipped with a WiFi hotspot. Your car can provide impressively reliable internet connectivity for a small monthly fee. When traveling for business or a family trip, you can stream and download using your car instead of your mobile hotspot.
Other digital connectivity features include mobile apps, stolen vehicle tracking software, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, adaptive cruise control, 360-degree cameras, and more. These new features make driving safer, more efficient, and more enjoyable. We’ve come to expect this level of connectivity and assistance from our devices and appliances, and the auto industry is racing to keep up with this trend.
Buy Your Next Car Online
To stay on trend with digital technology, the future of car buying has also made its way online. You can research and buy a car online without ever setting foot in a dealership, and the car can be delivered right to your door. Websites like Carvana.com make buying your next car simple and painless. They even offer car vending machines in major cities around the country.
Improving Safety and Driving Efficiency in Automotive Trends
The latest technological features in 2019 models drastically lower fatalities and injuries in vehicle accidents. This is one area where everyone can agree that digital innovation benefits the automotive industry.
Among the latest advancements is adaptive cruise control (ACC). This technology uses sensors and radar to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead of you. ACC uses the brakes and throttle to maintain the right speed and distance. It brakes heavily and tightens seatbelts if it senses a possible collision. Other safety features include automatic emergency braking, blind spot detection, lane departure warning, and safety exit assist. This technology stops vehicle passengers from opening doors when bicycles are approaching.
Fender Mender stays current on the latest trends and innovations within the automotive industry. We continue our training and education to keep your vehicle in the best condition, driving smoothly, and keeping you safe. Even as technology and vehicle features change alarmingly, our service, honesty, and integrity never change. Contact Fender Mender to get you back on the road.