# Intuitive GPS Displays Exploride Transforms Your Car into a Smart, Connected Vehicle By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-09-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exploride References: [gearhungry](http://gearhungry.com/2015/09/exploride.html) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/exploride-turn-your-car-into-a-smart-car) Everyone is pining for further tech integration into their lifestyle these days, but with the price of a new vehicle with all the bells and whistles rising ever higher, the Exploride is going to be a serious option for those looking to upgrade without trading in their current vehicle. Designed to [connect effortlessly to a smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-driving-app), the Exploride fits seamlessly onto the dashboard of your vehicle right above the steering wheel, giving you access to [directions and notifications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navigation-solution) without ever having to take your eyes away from the road or hand off the wheel. The [gesture-based interface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-cockpit-technology) of the Exploride means you'll be able to make decisions quickly and with a simple swipe. Heading to the cottage or need to take a call with your partner? The Exploride makes this not only easy, but super futuristic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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-based Interfaces:** Opportunity for developing new devices and applications that provide quick and intuitive interaction through gestures. - **Smart Vehicle Integration:** Potential for further integration of technology into vehicles to create connected and personalized driving experiences. - **In-car Connected Displays:** Opportunity to enhance in-car displays and provide seamless access to smartphone functionality while driving. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Automotive industry can explore integrating gesture-based interfaces and connected displays to enhance driver experience. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can develop new devices and applications for gesture-based interactions and smart vehicle integration. - **Mobile Technology:** Mobile technology industry can collaborate with automotive companies to create seamless connectivity between smartphones and vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revolutionary Carplay Android Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartbox.md) - [Immersive AR Automotive HUDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harman-ready-vision-augmented-reality.md) - [Driving Interface Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-dashboard-app.md) - [Android-Powered Infotainment Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-ford-explorer.md) - [Aftermarket Helmet HUD Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulrs-headsup-display.md) - [Shifting Knob Infotainment Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-car-dashboard-concept.md) - [AR Vehicle Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-windshield.md) - [Game Style Navigation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/need-for-speed-mini-map.md) - [Aftermarket Automotive Navigation Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-drive-53.md)