CMA: CONNECTIVITY, MOBILITY, AUTONOMY - AUTOLINE THIS WEEK 2032

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This Autoline This Week episode delves into the complex world of automotive technology, dissecting the terms Connectivity, Mobility, and Autonomy. The panel, featuring experts from the Center for Automotive Research, Society of Automotive Engineers, and Navigant Research, provides clear explanations and real-world examples. Connectivity is explored through infotainment streaming and crucial vehicle-to-everything (V2X) safety communications, highlighting the potential to prevent accidents, as seen in the context of the Tesla autopilot fatality. The discussion on Mobility services differentiates between ride-hailing (Uber/Lyft) and car-sharing (Zipcar/Maven), with a look towards future autonomous ride services. Autonomy is broken down into SAE levels, with a critical examination of Level 3 systems, which the panelists largely deem unviable due to the inherent need for constant driver intervention. The overarching theme is the automotive industry's pivot towards new service models, with automakers experimenting extensively to find future revenue streams in a rapidly evolving landscape.