# AI Transportation The automotive industry uses artificial intelligence in more holistic ways. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Feb 7, 2017 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-transportation ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.6/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the AI Transportation trend? **AI Transportation:** The concept of self-driving cars and its use of artificial intelligence is becoming more commonplace, and expanding into a more holistic approach of the marriage between the automotive industry and AI. This ushers in patterns such as AI roads, or vehicles created using artificial intelligence. This signifies a more all-encompassing use of AI. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 30, 2016 to Sep 10, 2018 - Published: Feb 7, 2017 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the AI Transportation trend ### AI-Integrated Vehicles The use of artificial intelligence in creating and improving automotive systems allows for a more holistic implementation of technology. ### Emotion-Tracking AI Measuring emotional response while driving through the use of AI technology can provide auto manufacturers valuable insights to improve safety. ### AI Assistants in Vehicles Utilizing AI technology to create a virtual assistant in cars creates new opportunities to offer personalized experiences and increased safety measures for drivers. ## What the AI Transportation trend means for industry ### For Automotive The automotive industry can use AI to create safer, more efficient vehicles, with potential applications including co-creation, safety features, and convenience features. ### For Consumer Electronics Consumer electronics industries can manufacture devices that integrate AI technology with cars, including smartphones and entertainment systems. ### For Artificial Intelligence AI technology can be used as a tool to improve automotive systems, with potential applications including safety features, co-creation, and personalized experiences for drivers. ## Workshop question How will artificial intelligence impact how your brand's products or services are created? ## Trend signals for AI Transportation Trend score 3.6 out of 10, from popularity 56%, activity 42%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 56% - Activity: 42% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the AI Transportation trend 7 featured examples from Jul 30, 2016 to Sep 10, 2018. - [Hands-Free Car Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dashbot): 'Dashbot' is an Aftermarket Device That Lets Drivers Control Their Cars (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced aftermarket devices and technologies that enhance the functionality of vehicles and improve driver safety. - [Automotive AI-Integrated Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-mate-rs): The Porsche Design Huawei Mate RS is High-Quality (Category: Autos) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of curved smartphone designs, creating innovative and aesthetically pleasing products. - [Automotive AI Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ai-assistant): A New BMW AI Assistant Can Keep Drivers Awake and Alert While Driving (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can leverage AI assistants to provide enhanced driving experiences and improve driver safety. - [Distracted Driver-Spotting AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myriad-chip): Movidius' Myriad Chip Can Recognize Texting and Driving (Category: Tech) Implication: The automotive industry can leverage the Myriad chip's texting and driving recognition to enhance driver safety solutions and develop more effective anti-distracted driving techno… - [Emotion-Detecting Driving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotion-tracking-ai): Affectivia is Using Emotion-Tracking AI to Make Driving Safer (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can utilize emotion-tracking AI technology to improve the safety and comfort of autonomous and semi-autonomous vehicles. - [AI Co-Created Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next-generation-car): 'Hack Rod' is Creating a Next-Generation Car with the Help of AI Tech (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating AI into the manufacturing process to improve vehicle design and production efficiency. - [AI-Assisted Trailer Parking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trailer-assist): Volkswagen's 'Trailer Assist' System Helps Park Caravans (Category: Autos) Implication: There is an opportunity for the automotive industry to design and develop more advanced technologies like autonomous parking systems and connected trailer technology that could si… ## Recent trend clusters - [Racing Homage](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/racing-homage) (Autos) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Autos - [French Retro City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-retro-city-cars) - [Factory-Backed Performance Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-performance-centers) - [Flexible Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-luxury-motorhomes) - [Electric Luxury Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-price-ev-sedans) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)