# Restaurant-Booking Autos BMW ConnectedDrive Can Make Table Reservations for Drivers On-the-Go By M | Published 2016-01-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-reservations References: [eater](http://www.eater.com/2016/1/19/10791112/bmw-restaurant-reservations-connecteddrive) & [bmw](http://www.bmw.ca/en_CA/) To simplify the dining out experience, German car company BMW is releasing an all-new digital feature inside its automobiles called the ConnectedDrive that will let passengers make table reservations through their auto. The cloud device is able to suggest local eateries, book a table as well as provide detailed directions to take the consumer to the location all through one platform. The ConnectedDrive feature is works off a virtual cloud platform allowing drivers to seamlessly connect to the food industry using their vehicle. The device offers an interactive voice-controlled service where consumers can state what they'd like and have the device find it for them. A command can be as simple as, "table for two at a seafood restaurant" and ConnectedDrive will source a venue close by, call to make a reservation and direct the driver to the location. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Connecteddrive Dining:** Technology enabling drivers to book restaurant reservations and get directions through their vehicle opens up opportunities for further integration of automobile and dining experiences. - **Voice-controlled Booking:** Interactive voice technology for booking restaurants and seamless transportation presents opportunities for edging out competitors with similar services. - **Cloud-connected Autos:** The ability for connected cars to leverage cloud platforms to make booking and reservations possible may enable further integration of the auto experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automobile:** Automobile industry can explore innovative possibilities for integrating technology and enhancing experiences in other industries, such as dining. - **Technology:** Opportunities for developing interactive voice-controlled services and software for smart automobiles is a growing area for the technology industry. - **Hospitality and Dining:** The hospitality and dining industry could explore further innovation through technology partnerships that help streamline the dining experience and improve customer engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Enhanced Restaurant Reservation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-reservation.md) - [Automotive Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backseat-bites.md) - [GenAI Restaurant Concierges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opentable-ai-concierge.md) - [Limited-Time Car-Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escalade-iq.md) - [Expansive Car Dining Escapades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadillac-of-reservations.md) - [Connected In-Car Gaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-x-airconsole.md) - [Emoting-Grille Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-vision-dee.md) - [Artistic Vehicle Driving Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-digital-art-mode.md) - [CarPlay-Enabled Pizza Orders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-carplay-1.md)