Autonomous cars use a variety of techniques to detect their surroundings such as radar, laser light, GPS, odometry and computer vision. With the goal of streaming mobility, reducing infrastructure costs and increasing safety, the future of transportation is headed towards a world of self-autonomous and full-autonomous vehicles.

Today’s car has the computing power of 20 personal computers, features about 100 million lines of programming code, and processes up to 25 gigabytes of data an hour. The connected vehicle is able to optimize its own operation and maintenance as well as the convenience and comfort of passengers using onboard sensors and internet connectivity.

Electric vehicles are definitely growing around the world, and will top 300 million shortly after 2040, according to the International Energy Agency. Electric cars are easier to manufacture and maintain; there are about 20 moving parts in an EV versus about 2,000 for petrol vehicles.

The Internet and the adoption of location-based services have contributed to the growth of peer-to-peer ridesharing. Businesses that offer technical platforms, usually in the form of a website and mobile app, bring parties together by providing a dynamic and efficient experience tailored for today’s on-demand lifestyle.