Exploring Current and New Advancements in Automotive Technology and Concept Car Designs

Oct 3, 2022

Today is National Techies’ day and we’re covering some of the latest and greatest in updates to automotive technology including some features we now use everyday that once seemed quite futuristic! From self-driving cars to plug-in hybrids to voice activated features, we’re taking a look into some of the latest and greatest features of the automotive industry. Whether you’re looking for a daily driver, family car, or even something to hit the track on weekends, there’s so much fascinating technology on the market today and in the pipeline pending! Let’s take a look at some of the latest news on updates to vehicle design, new tricks for older cars, and other advances in technology together on today’s blog.

When Marty McFly and the Doc hit the road in the mid 1980s in their flying time machine DeLorean, it seemed a far off futuristic concept. How could we have such astounding tech as hoverboards, electric cars,or flying cars? Yet here we are in 2022, looking down the pipeline at some of the most fascinating and convenient amenities in technological advances.

Today, we’ve got smart tech hybrid vehicles that can optimize fuel efficiency without human interference, and fuel-free vehicles that charge anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours for up to 350+ miles in range, and with feature options such as Built-in 4G LTE and 5G Wi-Fi hotspots allowing passengers and drivers to access phone calls, streaming services, GPS apps and much more without having to use their wireless carrier’s data plan.

Enjoying the backup cameras, lane-keep assist, and collision warning features? Miniature camera sensors installed all around the car, surveilling the exterior of your vehicle for objects, people, animals, and obstructions, something that just a few decades prior seemed only achievable in science fiction movies. Got your hands full from all the grocery shopping? Not a problem! Your truck or SUV is equipped with sensors to open and close the trunk, hatch, and doors upon sensing you approaching. Hate getting into a hot car in summer or a frigid car in winter? Many cars also feature not just heated seats but cooling and massaging options, with modern styling that’s as much about ergonomics as it is aesthetics. What once seemed unattainable is now the every day!

It’s really, really impressive how far we’ve come in just a short amount of time! And that, friends, is just the beginning. Let’s investigate some of the unveilings and concept vehicles of recent years automotive conventions and shows!

Take a peek at every electrical vehicle that was on display at this year’s recent Chicago Auto Show thanks to EV Motoring on YouTube.

Kia has announced that they’ll have 14 fully electric models by 2027! The EV9 SUV, unveiled in 2021 at the Los Angeles Auto Show, will be the first car to use autonomous driving technology, AutoMode. AutoMode is the range of autonomous driving technologies including a highway driving pilot mode, and a series of additional self-driving tech and safety features. The vehicle is expected to be launched in 2023!

Learn more about this feature and vehicle here:

The new future of racing may just be this incredible car from Hyundai like the N Vision 74 Drift car. Are you itching to see the new tech live and in action for this concept car come to life? Well, we’re thrilled to share this video from Top Gear where you’ll get to see this one-of–a-kind vehicle take a few rounds on the track. And we’ve got to say, we’re really excited about it, and it gets our little gearhead hearts revving for sure.

Attendees to the Chicago Auto Show 2022 this year got a great look at the Toyota Rhombus Concept Car. This vehicle is a battery-powered electric vehicle with an aggressive and modern looking diamond shaped design. While the vehicle may or may not be produced in its current incarnation, it’s been thus far well-received by enthusiasts. It places high value on interior space comforts with ample legroom and swivel seats for a lounge-like interior. The good news is that this is just one of their 10 BEVs anticipated for announcement over the next few years.

Toyota also dropped a series of incredible updates to their model range and tech, and has unveiled new features and at least 6 different electric vehicles. They’re expanding their lineup with an increase in options and models in the HFCVs, EVs, Hybrids categories.

Let’s check out the 2023 Toyota bZ4X electric vehicle and its features here:

Looking for a hybrid model car in your favorite crossover size? Toyota’s got you covered with the Corolla Crossover Hybrid 2023:

Take a look at some of the features and aesthetics of the upcoming Toyota Vehicles including electric cars such as the Rhombus and the bz4x…and even flying cars: