# Automated Drive Payments and parking are made easier with mobile app technology. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jun 3, 2014 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-drive ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.4/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Automated Drive trend? **Automated Drive:** Seeking to make the hassles of driving more conducive to a tight schedule, drivers are turning to apps that help make tasks like car maintenance and finding parking more efficient. Taking the convenience of technology beyond the actual driving experience, automated apps combine mature, adult activities with a desire for more self-sufficient, yet high-tech methods of day-to-day responsibilities. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: May 9, 2014 to Oct 16, 2015 - Published: Jun 3, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [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 Automated Drive trend ### Automated Self-Sufficient Apps Consumers are looking for more tech-forward ways to handle their day-to-day responsibilities such as car maintenance and parking; producing an innovative opportunity for already established auto-servicing services or even new start-ups to create automated services. ### iBeacon Technology The use of iBeacon technology in car feedback smartphone apps allows drivers to have a hands-free experience when it comes to parking and paying for services, offering an innovative opportunity for tech-savvy app developers. ### Smart Transportation Networks With the increasing need to create connected city infrastructure and re-energize urban services, it is a prime time for industries in telecommunications and data analysis to explore the positive disruption of having intelligent Wi-Fi networks that can handle day-to-day services in nearby areas. ## What the Automated Drive trend means for industry ### For Automotive Industry App developers can introduce new technology to this industry with automated apps for car maintenance and feedback. ### For Data Analytics Industry The implementation of Smart Transportation Networks in Kansas highlights a disruptive innovation opportunity for the data analytics industry to create new applications for integrated urban services. ### For Telecommunications Industry The creation of Smart Transportation Networks is a demand for innovation opportunities in the telecommunications industry to introduce more connected services. ## Trend signals for Automated Drive Trend score 3.4 out of 10, from popularity 60%, activity 35%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 60% - Activity: 35% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Automated Drive trend 5 featured examples from May 9, 2014 to Oct 16, 2015. - [Car-Feedback Smartphone Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-app): Automatic App Uses iBeacon Technology to Make Driving More Convenient (Category: Autos) Implication: iBeacon technology can disrupt the automotive services industry by streamlining payment processes and improving customer convenience. - [Auto-Servicing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openbay-app): The Openbay App Will Help Keep Your Automobile in Tip-Top Shape (Category: Autos) Implication: The rise of auto-servicing apps like Openbay creates opportunities for mobile app developers to cater to the growing demand for convenient car maintenance platforms. - [Automated Parking Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-parking): The Valet Park4U is a Smart Self-Parking System from Valeo (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced automated parking systems into cars to enhance convenience and efficiency for drivers. - [Smart Transportation Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-city): Sprint and Cisco's Wi-Fi Network Will Make Kansas a Connected City (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of intelligent Wi-Fi networks opens up opportunities for companies that specialize in creating and managing smart city infrastructure. - [Hands-Free Parking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsfree-parking): 'Park!' is a New App That Guides Drivers to the Nearest Free Spot (Category: Autos) Implication: Disrupting conventional parking methods in the transportation industry and paving the way for efficient and secure parking solutions. ## 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)