# Transportation Connectivity Vehicles go beyond WiFi capabilities to enhance consumer engagement. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Dec 8, 2014 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/commute-connectivity ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.5/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Transportation Connectivity trend? **Transportation Connectivity:** Enhancing the commuter experience with heightened customization, manufacturers are integrating data and cloud capabilities to make automobiles more user-friendly. Offering more than just WiFi access, manufacturers are allowing consumers to easily sync their phones and devices to bicycles and cars, offering drivers a greater level of control while on-the-go. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 18, 2014 to Jan 20, 2016 - Published: Dec 8, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Transportation Connectivity trend ### Cloud and Data Connectivity Automobile manufacturers are integrating data and cloud capabilities into their vehicles for heightened customization and user-friendly experiences. ### Integration of Drones with Vehicles Innovative car manufacturers are incorporating drones into their designs to assist with tasks and provide additional functionality. ### Central Computers for Automotive The advent of central computers for vehicles, which utilize Android technology and cloud-based tracking, has the potential to provide automation and increased efficiency. ## What the Transportation Connectivity trend means for industry ### For Automobile Manufacturing Automobile manufacturers have the opportunity to integrate innovative technologies, such as cloud-based data and autonomous drones, to offer a more user-friendly, customized driving experience. ### For Transportation and Delivery Services The integration of drones with vehicles creates disruptive innovation opportunities for transportation and delivery services, streamlining operations and providing additional capabilities. ### For Information and Communication Technology Central computers for automotive and cloud-based technologies provide opportunities for innovation within the information and communication technology industry, allowing for increased automation and efficiency. ## Trend signals for Transportation Connectivity Trend score 5.5 out of 10, from popularity 80%, activity 77%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 80% - Activity: 77% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Transportation Connectivity trend 4 featured examples from Mar 18, 2014 to Jan 20, 2016. - [Data-Powered Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-future-luxury): BMW Unveiled Its New Concept Vision Future Luxury Car (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry has the opportunity to integrate data-powered technology and efficient lighting to provide state-of-the-art luxury vehicles with improved user experience a… - [Cloud-Connected Concept Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebiqe): This Chinese Concept 'eBIQE' Includes 3G Cloud Connectivity (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can explore incorporating cloud connectivity and smart features into their designs. - [Drone-Outfitted Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-concept-car): This Self-Driving Concept Car Has a Fold-Up Steering Wheel & Personal Drone (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the automotive industry by developing self-driving cars with advanced features and integrated drone technology. - [Automotive Central Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-computer): The Brainiac Central Computer Turns Your Car Into a Smarter Vehicle (Category: Autos) Implication: The Brainiac Central Computer disrupts the automotive industry by transforming traditional cars into smart vehicles, introducing new possibilities for enhanced driving experiences… ## Recent trend clusters - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) - [Autumn Teasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autumn-teasers) (Business) - [Ambient Assistance](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ambient-assistance) (Tech) ## Trending in Autos - [Vintage Motoring Rally Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolomites-classic-run) - [Flagship Electric SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/BYD-Sealion) - [Integrated Robotaxi Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Integrated-Robotaxi-Networks) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)