Are we slowly moving towards a world where Artificial Intelligence will be the norm? Honestly? Probably.
The automotive industry has a lot to gain from adopting AI technology both in terms of car manufacturing and how people ultimately use their vehicles. Here are 4 telling examples of how AI will change the automotive industry:
1. Better Self-Driving Vehicles
AI and autonomous cars are a packed deal when you’re discussing this technology in the context of the automotive industry. While there’s still a long road ahead for this type of car, the beginnings of this trend look very promising.
And there are many manufacturers in this business, even startups hoping to have a say in how the technology takes shape. For instance, AutoX uses AI software to improve decision-making on the road, making the driving experience a lot safer, and has launched two additional services that include it: RoboTaxi and RoboTruck.
2. Optimized Manufacturing
The manufacturing process of the cars can be greatly improved by AI technology as well. For example, Rethink Robotics makes smart, collaborative robots for industrial automation. These robots can be used to automate tasks in the manufacturing process that are tedious or even dangerous for human employees.
This reduces the risks of human errors as well, making for better, safer vehicles that hit the market.
3. Predicting Failure
Drivers may be unaware that their vehicle is malfunctioning until either a strange noise catches their attention or, well, when it’s too late. But through AI and machine learning, such failures may be predicted and offer the driver more than enough time to act.
Progress DataRPM uses this technology to analyze the vehicle’s usual patterns and signals to users whenever there is a deviation, leaving the driver plenty of opportunities to address any flaws before they create any damage. This can make for safer cars, but it may even prolong the lifespan of the vehicle as well since drivers can more easily prevent erosion.
4. Making Better Drivers
Have a ‘bad driving habit’ you just can’t kick? Well, there may be an app for that. AI technology is already being used with the purpose of assisting drivers to make better decisions while behind the wheel, even helping them avoid certain habits or behaviors.
Consider a teenager who just got their driver’s license and is excited to go on the road on their own. The parents may use such technologies to ensure the teenager doesn’t go over a certain speed limit or even help them make better decisions while they are driving.
To Sum Up
The applications of Artificial Intelligence in the automotive industry seem endless, and we likely have only scratched the surface of what AI can truly do to improve the industry. The main goal for most manufacturers seems to be leveraging AI to support drivers in making better decisions and increasing their safety while behind the wheel.
More integrations are bound to show up, and it will be exciting to see what else AI can do.
