AI (or artificial intelligence) is a fascinating and sometimes frightening area of tech that is currently one of the hottest topics being discussed across the globe. It seems every time we go online nowadays, we end up reading something about AI. It’s having an impact on almost every industry the world over from healthcare and hospitality to manufacturing and finance and the auto industry is certainly no exception.
AI and the auto world
AI is being used in almost every aspect of the auto industry, from the development of self-driving cars to manufacturing and robotics and lots in between. Our industry is one that progresses fast – every year, vehicles get bigger and better, safer and more efficient, more environmentally friendly and more comfortable for the driver, and without the use of AI, we simply wouldn’t be able to keep up. Drivers want and expect more and more, and the use of AI means we can continue to innovate and manufacture smarter vehicles round the clock.
But AI doesn’t just impact the design and production of vehicles. There are a number of other areas that use AI that you may not have considered…
Telematics
Telematics refers to the combination of telecommunications and informatics, commonly used in the fleet industry to monitor and manage vehicles. It involves the use of technology to collect, transmit, and analyse data related to vehicle performance, driver behaviour, and other relevant metrics which can then be used by fleet managers.
“By identifying such habits, fleet managers are better able to offer training opportunities to drivers, specifically tailored to the areas they may need more guidance and support. Such training can significantly improve a driver’s individual performance and drive tangible results for the fleet as a whole,” explains Paul Wilson, sales and marketing director at Trakm8.
Supply chain optimisation
By providing advanced analytics, predictive capabilities, and automation, AI can play a hugely important role in supply chain optimisation. By demand forecasting using historical data, market trends, and other external factors, combined with inventory management, and production planning, AI can ensure companies make data-driven decisions to optimise processes and improve overall efficiency.
Predictive maintenance
AI is used to monitor vehicle performance, identify potential issues, and then provide predictive maintenance that may be required. By using data from sensors and other vehicle systems, AI can predict when a part might fail or require maintenance, allowing for proactive servicing and minimising time spent without your vehicle.
Collision avoidance
By using sensors and cameras, object detection and tracking, predictive analytics, and automatic breaking, AI can play a crucial role in collision avoidance on any kind of road.
Driver experience and customisation
AI is increasingly being used to enhance driver experience and provide customisation options. AI can easily learn and adapt to individual preferences – basically your vehicle will get to know what you like and what you don’t pretty quickly, including your optimal seat position, the temperature you like your air con, the kinds of roads you prefer to drive on, and how loud you like your music.
Energy efficiency
AI can assist with vehicle energy efficiency in a number of ways by monitoring and controlling different systems such as engine performance, battery charging, and climate control. By considering factors like driving conditions, traffic, and driver behavior, AI algorithms can adjust power distribution and consumption in real-time, ensuring efficient utilisation of energy resources. So, there you have it, AI is indeed everywhere including in your current or future vehicle! There’s no escaping it folks, so we may as well embrace the fact that artificial intelligence is going to know us better than we know ourselves. At least our vehicles will be super safe and comfortable while the robots take over the world.
