AI grips automotive but so far lacks transformative power

Graphic showing all the possible AI-driven functionality in a car — AI promises to completely transform the driving experience, but so far automakers have made incremental gains for specialized tasks. (ISTOCK)

February 19, 2025 06:50 PM

Artificial intelligence is swiftly moving into the automotive space, but inaccuracy, high energy consumption and the absence of so-called killer applications are keeping AI from transforming the driving experience.

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