# Gesture-Control Vehicles The BMW i8 Spyder Concept Will Be at CES 2016 and Feature AirTouch By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-12-28 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i8-spyder References: [damngeeky](http://www.damngeeky.com/2015/12/28/38328/38328.html) & [press.bmwgroup](https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/pressDetail.html?title=bmw-group-at-the-ces-2016-in-las-vegas-bmw-presents-the-principle-of-the-contactless-touchscreen-with&outputChannelId=6&id=T0247964EN&left_menu_item=node__5238) The integration of technology with automobiles is converging to be more symbiotic in nature as is seen with the [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i-vision-dee) i8 Spyder Concept that will unveil this year at CES 2016. Aside from the sculpted good looks, the BMW i8 Spyder Concept vehicle will feature AirTouch technology that would enable drivers to control certain features via gesture rather than pressing a series of buttons or using their voice. AirTouch within the vehicle is essentially an updated version of the BMW brand's [Gesture Control System](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-gesture-control) that's currently found in BMW [7 Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i7-xdrive60) vehicles. The incorporation of AirTouch within the BMW i8 Spyder Concept would enable drivers to simply press a button and perform a safe gesture in order to keep eyes and concentration on the road. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gesture-control Technology:** The integration of gesture-control technology in vehicles presents an opportunity for innovative and intuitive user experiences. - **Symbiotic Automobile Technology:** The convergence of technology and automobiles allows for seamless integration and enhanced functionality. - **Updated Gesture Control Systems:** The advancement of gesture control systems in vehicles offers a more convenient and safer way for drivers to interact with their cars. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry has the potential to leverage gesture-control technology to create vehicles with improved safety and user experiences. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The consumer electronics industry can explore partnerships with automotive manufacturers to integrate gesture-control technology into their products. - **Human-computer Interaction Industry:** The human-computer interaction industry can innovate and develop new gesture recognition technologies for seamless integration in vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Color-Changing Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i-vision-dee.md) - [Automatic Color-Changing Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-flow.md) - [Car Color-Changing Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-color-changing-technology.md) - [Game Controller Steering Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afeela-sedan.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [Tech Brand Vehicle Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afeela-car.md) - [Grand Touring Automotive Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop.md) - [Gesture-Control Earpiece Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-air-concept.md) - [AI-Powered In-Vehicle Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-invehicle-solutions.md)