# Autonomous Ubiquity Beyond cars, autonomous vehicles expand to include retail locations and more. By [Courtney Scharf](https://www.trendhunter.com/Courtney), Chief Client Officer | Published Feb 7, 2018 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomous-ubiquity ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Autonomous Ubiquity trend? **Autonomous Ubiquity:** Moving beyond cars, automotive and technology companies are developing more ambitious concepts when it comes to the possibilities of autonomous vehicles. Rolling out iterations of autonomous retail locations and more, this shift in focus shines a light on just how deeply integrated autonomous vehicles will be when it comes to the future of mobility. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 4, 2018 to Aug 27, 2019 - Published: Feb 7, 2018 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Autonomous Ubiquity trend ### Autonomous Mobility Solutions Companies are developing more ambitious concepts when it comes to autonomous vehicles moving beyond cars. ### Autonomous Retail Platforms Artificial intelligence technology is being leveraged to create human-like selling interactions on any digital channel. ### Automated Agriculture Drones and autonomous agricultural machines are creating actionable insights for planting, maintaining and harvesting crops. ## What the Autonomous Ubiquity trend means for industry ### For Automotive Industry Emerging trends around autonomous mobility solutions will offer opportunities for automotive manufacturers looking to be part of the future of vehicular mobility ### For Retail Industry Autonomous retail platforms for creating human-like selling interactions offer opportunities for big retail players to increase customer engagement, creating improved sustainability and readiness to compete with ecommerce. ### For Agricultural Industry The emergence of drones and autonomous machines in agriculture presents opportunities for agricultural industry players to increase crop yields, improve efficiency, and reinforce sustainability initiatives. ## Workshop question What is your company's strategy when it comes to adapting to a more autonomous, integrated future of mobility? ## Trend signals for Autonomous Ubiquity Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 58%, activity 47%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 58% - Activity: 47% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the Autonomous Ubiquity trend 6 featured examples from Jan 4, 2018 to Aug 27, 2019. - [Autonomous Retail Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epalette-on-demand): 'e-Palette on Demand' is Toyota's Plan for the Future of Shopping (Category: Autos) Implication: Autonomous business vehicles could revolutionize the transportation industry by increasing efficiency and reducing labor costs. - [Self-Driving Venue Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-carts): Sony and Yamaha Will Produce Autonomous Carts for Commercial Use (Category: Autos) Implication: Autonomous carts designed for use in amusement parks present an opportunity to innovate in the transportation sector of the amusement park industry. - [Unmanned Pizza Deliveries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unmanned-pizza-deliveries): Nuro and Domino's Will Send R2 Vehicles to Houston Domino's Customers (Category: Autos) Implication: The unmanned pizza delivery partnership between Nuro and Domino's highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in the food delivery industry, particularly in leveraging auto… - [Autonomous Agricultural Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hands-free-hectare): Hands Free Hectare Uses Drone and Automated Machines to Tend Crops (Category: Eco) Implication: Implementing drone and automation technology in farming to increase efficiency and maximize crop yield. - [Self-Driving Detachable Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-iemobi): The Honda Ie-Mobi Introduces Electric-Powered Autonomous Transport (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the automotive industry by developing electric-powered autonomous vehicles with detachable living spaces. - [Autonomous Retail Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magia-ai): magia.ai Creates Natural Sales Experiences with AI Technology (Category: Business) Implication: Retailers have the opportunity to implement autonomous retail platforms powered by AI technology, enhancing customer engagement and driving sales. ## 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)