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Self-driving Cars: The technology, risks and possibilities

by Tim Menke figures by Neal Akatsuka

Imagine getting into your car in the morning, sipping your coffee and sitting back to relax while your car drives you to work. Then you remember to call a friend who you have not spoken to in a while, or you have a look at the amazing photos from your latest vacation. It is, of course, not a safe idea to do any of these things if you had to navigate your car through the busy morning commuter traffic. But if our cars could drive us autonomously, we could spend the freed-up time in more pleasant or productive ways. Given the current rate of technological development, the advent of self-driving cars is inevitable. Is this a blessing or a curse? While there are safety and policy concerns that need to be addressed in the development phase, the benefits to road safety and quality of life will prevail in the long run.

The technology explained

The players in the self-driving car market are diverse: traditional car manufacturers like Nissan , Audi and Mercedes , and new companies such a Tesla , Google’s Waymo and Uber , are all competing to develop the first fully autonomous self-driving car. The approach they are taking is similar across the board. Essentially, a self-driving car needs to perform three actions to be able to replace a human driver: to perceive, to think and to act (Figure 1). These tasks are made possible by a network of high-tech devices such as cameras, computers and controllers .

Figure 1: Like a human driver, a self-driving car executes a cycle of perceiving the situation, thinking about it and performing an action depending on the assessment. High-tech devices take over each of these tasks.

A self-driving car’s “sight” or perception is achieved via several mechanisms. Cameras are installed on the roof and in other places around the car for 360º vision (Figure 2). While cameras are good for identifying shapes and colors in the environment, they are not helpful in finding the distance to an object. Fortunately, self-driving cars also have high-tech sensors, called LIDARs, that are much better at determining the location of people and objects around the car. LIDAR (or “Light Detection and Ranging”) is a device with a constantly rotating laser beam. It sends invisible light pulses all around it. By measuring the travel time and location of the reflected laser light, it can discriminate the shape and location of surrounding objects. In addition to cameras and LIDARs, self-driving cars often have conventional radars . Although radars can only see very fuzzily, they are great at detecting moving objects and are much cheaper than the other devices.

Figure 2: A side-by-side comparison with a conventional, human-driven car illustrates where the components of a self-driving car are located. (Photo of Waymo self-driving car by Grendelkhan on Wikimedia Commons. Photo of human-driven car by Mick Tinbergen on Unsplash.)

Once a self-driving car “sees” its surroundings, the cameras, LIDARs and radars all send the information they perceive to the “brain” of the car. The “brain” of a self-driving car is a powerful computer that often sits in the trunk and controls the car’s thoughts and actions. By use of GPS, it initially has a rough idea of the route it must follow to get to a destination. This is not enough, however, to navigate along a busy street, to change lanes or to stop at a traffic light when necessary. Therefore, the computer takes in camera, LIDAR, radar and GPS data and determines the precise location of the car as well as the objects around it. Programmers have developed very smart algorithms that can be “trained” to identify objects’ in the car’s surroundings. For example, these algorithms classify a bulky, fast-moving object with two wheels as a motorcycle, rather than a bicycle. Other objects would be identified as cars, pedestrians, traffic lights or obstacles, accordingly.

Once the computer has determined which objects surround the car and how far away they are, it must decide how to act and then execute its decision. For example, if the lane is closed ahead due to construction, the computer will identify the options: it could either change lanes immediately or slow down to let the vehicles in the next lane pass first. But how does the computer know which option is better? Programmers have developed algorithms that behave like the neurons in a brain. These algorithms can “learn” from the actions taken in previous situations and infer what to do in a new, similar situation . This type of machine learning is like speech recognition on your smartphone or facial recognition for photos on social media. Once the car’s computer decides what action to take, it sends electronic commands to controllers that turn the steering wheel and control the throttle and brakes.

It is important to note that this cycle of gathering information and deciding and executing an action is repeated several times per second. All this is by enabled high-speed computers and very smart algorithms, which allows the computer to constantly assess the situation and make quick decisions.

What is needed in technology and policy to get self-driving cars into the market?

Once they are fully developed, self-driving cars will potentially have a huge positive impact on our safety and lifestyle. The high-tech vision system has the potential to outperform humans in detecting dangerous situations. Unlike distracted or drunk drivers, self-driving cars always operate at their maximum ability. Therefore, they are likely to reduce accidents and lower the huge death toll on our roads. Additionally, the smart algorithms will find faster routes to our destinations, drive more efficiently and consume less fuel. We will have the added benefit of spending our time on other tasks while our car is driving for us.

Given these advantages and the fact that the technology required to build self-driving cars is basically available, why haven’t they entered the market yet? It turns out that present tests of self-driving cars have been limited either to specific roads or to specific tasks. In order to navigate down a road, the self-driving car requires very precise maps of the street and surroundings. These need to be much more detailed than those found on common online map services and will require more time to be created for every road in the country or the world. Moreover, more work needs to be done on the computer algorithms that constitute the car’s “brain.” Software engineers do not yet trust their programs to correctly assess all the possible situations that can occur in traffic. In addition, more data needs to be collected to reliably train the machine learning algorithms. Therefore, testing of self-driving prototypes is still closely supervised. A safety driver is present at all times, ready to intervene if the car makes a mistake.

An example from Tesla illustrates that the technology is not yet ready for fully autonomous driving: a Tesla driver died when his car with partial self-driving features crashed into a turning truck that it did not recognize as an obstacle. It is important to note that the self-driving feature involved in the Tesla crash was explicitly not meant for fully autonomous driving. The driver had been warned several times to put his hands back on the wheel . However, the accident illustrates that more programming and engineering is required to make cars fully autonomous. Despite these challenges, the rate of progress on self-driving car technology suggests that the goal is within reach.

Recognizing that companies are working diligently and rapidly to release the first self-driving car, policymakers have acted to ensure the public’s safety in the development phase of self-driving cars. Last year, the US Department of Transportation issued federal guidelines for the safety and testing of autonomous vehicles. For the moment, the guidelines do a good job at balancing safety concerns for the public and freedom for the manufacturers to drive the technology forward . They require companies to report to the government on how they handle self-driving car safety. At the same time, the guidelines ensure that American companies are mostly unrestricted and can stay competitive. This is important, as the first company to release a fully self-driving car will gain a huge competitive advantage in the global market.

Self-driving cars are an exciting new technology that has the potential to deeply transform transportation, making it safer and improving our quality of life. In order to operate, self-driving cars rely on high-tech devices, powerful computers and advanced algorithms. In the next few years, we should expect a tight race in the development of the first fully autonomous car.

Tim Menke is a graduate student in the Harvard Physics PhD program. He works in the field of quantum information processing at Harvard and MIT. On the side, Tim is interested in the interplay between technology and public policy.

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The reading and the listening are both about smart cars, which are vehicles that are able to drive themselves. The author of the reading describes three benefits related to these cars. The professor casts doubt on each of the theories presented in the reading. He does not feel that the cars are as beneficial as the author assumes.

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Smart Cars: Are We Future Ready? Last year, Tata Motors sold 47,000 connected cars. Mercedes-Benz recently partnered with Google and Nvidia as part of their smart car experience. Nissan Motor developed Nissan Intelligent Mobility, a suite of advanced technology, where cars can think, communicate, learn, predict, recharge and do it all. Auto companies are coming up with advanced technology that paves the way for a harmonious smart experience

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In 1886, Carl Benz applied for a patent for his 'vehicle powered by a gas engine' , this may be regarded as the birth certificate of the automobile industry. A Century later, the automotive industry had already witnessed an evolution, fast forward to 2023, and we are in the era of smart cars. So, what is a smart car? Smart cars are equipped with advanced technology and in simple words enable you to control aspects of the vehicle from your phone or other smart devices.

Recently, Mercedes-Benz partnered with Google and Nvidia to take smart cars to the next level. "We have partnered with Google for their new product called Google Places and Nvidia for an autonomous driving experience in level III and level IV. With respect to smart cars, we have been working on APIs for several years, partnered with other OEMs to build a holistic smart ecosystem," said Balaji Sethuraman, vice president, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India.

"Mercedes has a spate of new capabilities, several of them centered on app integrations for its MBUX infotainment system," he added.

Automakers have placed renewed focus on their in-car experience to compete more closely with other trendsetters. With this partnership with Google, Mercedes-Benz will be the first automaker to build its own branded navigation experience based on new in-car data and navigation capabilities from the Google Maps Platform. Additionally, it is bringing more robust integrations from TikTok and other third-party apps into its vehicle systems to give customers a holistic experience of 'smartness'.

Japanese carmaker Nissan Motor developed Nissan Intelligent Mobility, a suite of advanced technology, where cars can think, communicate, learn, predict, recharge and do it all. Electrification, autonomous driving, shared services and connectivity, this is how Nissan defines its smart cars. "Recently we did a pilot project in the UK, where brands backed by Nissan and the UK government participated. With a special focus on autonomous driving, we collected connected data on driving behavior and these data serve as a preventive measure in the way we maneuver with cars. Around the world, we have deployed projects, including Japan, where similar operations on connected cars and autonomous driving are going on," said Mohan Wilson, director - marketing, product & customer experience at Nissan India.

So, how are companies maintaining data security when it comes to harnessing such humongous numbers? "We are working with engineers in the back-end system to ensure data is protected as it is of utmost priority to us," Wilson added.

Technology plays a key role in defining the future of business, customer experiences and product or service behaviors of the agile automotive enterprise. This will allow vehicle manufacturers many opportunities for delivering personalized customer journeys both in and out of the vehicle: To address these market opportunities and to accelerate customers' journey in the connected vehicle space, TCS has developed Autoscape, a connected vehicle solution. This suite of solutions offers onboard and offboard automotive expertise – from Cloud and software development to user experience and analytics – along with focused business advisory services.

"Today, the need for mobility is separated from the need for ownership, the new generation of people has different priorities. In this redefined concept, software plays a critical role. If we segregate a vehicle into data and experience, we can see a whole lot of innovations: Data allows subscription and usage-based models and experience allows customization of products. The digital product enables the need for mobility and meets the other criteria too and the thrust of our work is around these software-defined vehicles," said Sreenivasa Chakravarti, vice president - IoT & digital engineering, TCS.

Autoscape provides the scalability and security needed to build the connected vehicle as a digital experience platform. The solutions provide personalized customer experience in and out of the vehicle and enable data monetization opportunities derived through analytical insights. They also provide a comprehensive toolset for managing customer consent for data collection and facilitate the sale of data through a digital subscription platform.

Last year, Tata Motors sold 47,000 connected cars and based on the user experience data, the company is understanding how these cars are behaving on Indian roads and taking measures to improve them. When it comes to smart features, Tata Motors believes in giving its consumers a unique experience. For instance, during the pandemic, it developed additional features which made the customers feel safe. "During the pandemic, we introduced many special features, one such feature was an additional air purifier system inside the car. When it comes to smart features we tend to work with a very frugal mindset and keep working towards developing products that the time needs," said Mohan Savarkar, vice president at Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited.

Well, when it comes to connected cars, smart manufacturing also plays a key role. Technology company Continental is driving the industrial transformation characterized by digitalization by not only further developing its business but also fundamentally changing it and expanding its base. "We see Industry 4.0 and the associated smart applications and services to have the potential to become even more innovative and agile and to continue to help shape tomorrow's mobility in the key industries. Smart manufacturing, industry 4.0 and all the principles embedded in industry 4.0 help to create the innovative manufacturing journey," said Phanindra Karody, plant manager at Continental Bengaluru.

As we advance towards uncharted territory, several new, exciting possibilities await. Auto OEMs must strive to naturalize the process of software incorporation with updates. A paradigm shift to a Cloud-first approach, similar to mobile phones, will be critical in providing a harmonious experience.

These comments were taken on the sidelines of the Autotech stage as part of Tech and Innovation Summit organized by Entrepreneur India.

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The research deals with the priority areas of digitalization in the transport sector in interpreting the strategy “Moscow ‘Smart City—2030’.” The research aims to study the priority areas of digitalization of transport flows of the metropolis and the potential impact of digitalization on the functioning of the territory. By applying the methods of content analysis and the regulatory-legal method in the research, the authors assessed the position of the city authorities on the most sought-after areas of innovation in the transport sector and determined the composition of socio-economic benefits of digitalization of the transport sector. The analysis of statistical indicators of the development of the transport sector of the Moscow urban agglomeration has confirmed the growing need to improve the efficiency of transport infrastructure in the broad sense, including an increase in the level of connectivity of the city districts and the level of sustainability of the transport system. The results show certain disproportions between the priority areas of transport development and the actual needs of the urban infrastructure, as well as the presence of significant legal constraints in implementing uncrewed transport concepts. It is demonstrated that there is a certain consensus between the municipal authorities and the population on the issue of assigning the transport sector among the priorities for implementing digital technology. The specifics of the metropolitan area (high concentration of capital and innovation activity) allow for considering Moscow as a model example of the introduction of innovative technologies. In this regard, it is necessary to optimize the legal restrictions on the introduction of innovations in the field of transport (on the model of a legal sandbox, Regulatory Sandbox).

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New York Today

How will self-driving cars handle jaywalkers.

The city is introducing a permit process for testing autonomous cars on the streets of New York. The vehicles will face some unique challenges.

By Ed Shanahan

Good morning. It’s Tuesday. Today we’ll look at Mayor Eric Adams’s recently announced plan to allow the testing of self-driving cars on New York City’s streets.

Anyone who has to navigate New York City’s congested, chaotic streets might wonder whether it makes sense to add self-driving cars to the welter of vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, scooters, skateboards and horse-drawn carriages that now crowd the pavement.

But Mayor Eric Adams said last week that it does, adopting a fatalistic tone in announcing that the city was introducing a “robust” application process for autonomous-vehicle testing.

“This technology is coming whether we like it or not,” Adams, an avowed technophile, said, “so we’re going to make sure that we get it right.”

So-called robotaxis have been tested in a number of U.S. cities and now operate in several, but experiments with self-driving technology have been limited in New York.

In 2017, Audi, a Volkswagen subsidiary, demonstrated an autonomous vehicle in Albany. The same year, a self-driving Cadillac set out from Manhattan on what was described as the first successful cross-country, hands-free drive.

More recently, Mobileye, a division of Intel, tested two autonomous vehicles equipped with self-driving technology over several months in 2021, covering 338 miles in parts of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.

The company’s findings, compiled in a brief report submitted to the state Department of Motor Vehicles, would not surprise most New Yorkers, and they highlight some of the city-specific obstacles self-driving technology faces in the five boroughs.

“The number of pedestrians and jaywalkers is significantly increased in New York City,” the report says.

“The driving behavior is very assertive,” it continues.

“Double parking is prevalent,” the report adds.

In a statement, Ydanis Rodriguez, the city’s transportation commissioner, acknowledged that New York is home to “America’s most challenging street network” while insisting that the new permitting process was “robust” and would “ensure safe, responsible testing” of autonomous vehicles on the city’s streets. In line with state law, a trained safety driver will be at the wheel of each car being tested, officials said.

Matthew Wansley, a Cardozo School of Law professor who specializes in emerging automotive technologies, said in an interview that the city’s application process resembled those in place at the state level in California and Massachusetts and at the city level in Boston.

New York officials, he said, were “asking the right questions” of companies seeking to test such vehicles. In particular, he cited the focus on safety drivers’ working conditions, including the length of shifts.

He added, however, that he believed the city would “come to regret” adopting a California requirement under which companies must track and report how often their vehicles need to disengage from autonomous mode during tests. The requirement, he said, “creates a perverse incentive to discourage safety drivers from intervening.”

Wansley did question how driverless cars, which have mostly been tested and deployed in the Sun Belt, would fare in New York’s winter weather and noted that the city’s mass transit system made it a less fertile locale for self-driving vehicles.

“The case for a robotaxi is much stronger in Phoenix,” he said.

Samuel I. Schwartz, a transportation engineer and a former New York City traffic commissioner, was skeptical of the new testing program. Autonomous vehicle technology is “not ready for New York yet,” he said in an interview. He also took issue with the application’s reliance on companies’ self-reporting their safety records.

“This is not an industry with a stellar record of self-reporting,” he said.

He and Wansley cited an episode last fall involving a Cruise driverless taxi in San Francisco. After another car hit a woman at an intersection, flinging her into the path of the Cruise taxi, the taxi ran her over and then dragged her 20 feet before pulling to the curb , causing serious injuries.

California regulators accused Cruise, a division of General Motors, of omitting the dragging from a video it had initially provided to investigators and ordered the company to shut down its driverless car operations in the state. Cruise subsequently suspended all driverless operations in the United States, its chief executive resigned , and G.M. slashed spending on the unit .

Waymo, a unit of Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is the other leading company in the self-driving industry. Its global head of public policy, Michelle Peacock, said in a statement in City Hall’s news release that the company “looks forward to continuing our partnership with Mayor Adams and his administration.”

A spokeswoman for Waymo, which recently tested its vehicles in the winter weather of Buffalo, declined to comment on the company’s plans for testing in New York City.

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Dear Diary:

In town for a black-tie wedding at the Plaza, my wife and I spent a leisurely afternoon enjoying an unseasonably warm December day.

When we got back to our room at a nearby hotel, I discovered that I had left my tuxedo shirt at home. I called down to the concierge and explained my situation.

“Hmm,” she said. “Well, you can run out and buy a shirt.”

“But the wedding is in a half-hour,” I replied.

“Sorry, sir,” she said. “I hope you make it. Good luck.”

Running downstairs in search of a store, I passed through the lobby’s revolving doors and noticed that the bellmen were wearing white shirts.

I went back in.

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He hesitated.

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Smart Cars – Competitive Advantage

The Smart Car was launched in 2006 in the United States with vision of making it a popular brand among lower and middle-income group. The product aimed at being an environment friendly battery operated car for two people that was affordable, durable, and stylish. The car offered gasoline powered operation in addition to the battery-operated engine. This was to ease driving in case of battery failure or some other crisis. Among other features the car offered a highly efficient miniaturized engine that was capable of achieving 80 miles per hour speed.

The low cost of manufacturing offered greater earning potential for the company and Nicholas Hayek, the chairman of Swatch and the brain behind the entire concept visualized extensive sales scope. The low cost car with features those were comparable to the high-end luxury cars in terms of security, speed, and ease of driving. These are the competitive advantage that the Daimler’s new launch by the name of Smart cars offers to its consumers. US Market for Smart Cars The Smart Cars introduced by the Daimler a year back in the United States has triggered great interest among the prospective consumers.

The fuel economy is one factor that has created interest amongst the public. The company hopes to attract the consumers on two grounds:

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Prospective consumers who have high regards for environment
Prospective consumers who want to own the latest trendy model in town With increasing gas prices in the US, this may be the right time to present the fuel-efficient car. Speculations are high and the company is looking forward to create a market niche in the rich and educated consumer base of America.

It has already secured orders close to 90% of its production capacity and is hopeful of making a big success in the coming years. The consumers though are a little apprehensive about its security features and the stability of the vehicle. The initial reaction to the vehicle’s launch in Europe in the year 1998 was similar. The sales were poor due to concerns regarding the vehicle’s stability. The small size of the vehicle made it a subject of joke among most people. But the times proved the substance of the vehicle and its success story was repeated in United Kingdom and other countries of Europe.

The car will find similar acceptance in the market of United States mainly due to its fuel economy. With rising prices of gasoline consumers will be happy to opt for a low cost trendy car that is battery operated. Other target markets for Smart Cars Besides United States and European countries the Smart Cars will make a distinct impression in the markets of developing countries like India, China, Latin America, and Mexico. The factors that are most relevant for these growing markets are enumerated below:

Large population base in countries like India and China offering greater market potential.
The attractive pricing of the Smart Car – budget car that can be afforded by most people in the middle-income group.
Suitable for high traffic and narrow roads.
Higher cost of fuel will attract the consumers to opt for low fuel cost alternatives

These factors will trigger market demand for such cars and Smart Cars can create a meaningful and profitable presence in these countries.

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SMART Cars Market Analysis

Over the recent years, there existed a frenzy and a flurry of consumer activities from the introduction the SMART automobiles or car brands on the market. Daimler AG has risen to become a major player in the SMART car brand through it manufacture of the subcompact and the microcar brands of vehicles. The company predominantly works hard in manufacturing the SMART car brand in more than 46 countries around the world that include all the continents. Recent consumer reports have shown that the production of the Fortwo SMART car brand has surpassed more than 1.7 million units this year alone. The larger consumer based off the SMART automobiles brand began long ago in the 1970s with the Mercedes car brand. There are various behaviors entangled to the purchase of SMART cars as illustrated by numerous reports.

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The first consumer behavior associated with the skyrocketing SMART car sells the definite need for the vehicles. The advancement in technology is predominantly realizable in all the facets of the human life. Consequently, there was no way in the world that the car manufacturing industry was not going to follow suit and develop a highly advanced vehicle that would interact with the user making car driving an easily manageable experience. Consequently, the SMART automobiles markers have used the technological advancement trends in the car manufacturing industry to help sway the consumer behavior. Resultantly, the advancements result to making the consumer thinks that they indeed need and require the SMART automobiles. Moreover, the pictures of the SMART cars further help to sway some of the consumers into buying and loving the model and the brand that is SMART automobiles. The slick design of the vehicle further contributes to influencing the consumer behavior.

Europe is the worlds leading consumer good market per capita regarding market production, market research, product innovation, product manufacturing, product branding and finally product marketing. Moreover, Europe boasts of having a highly skilled workforce based in the consumer product area. Global statistics in the year 2012 showed that Europe had the largest consumer good market in the world with an estimation of more than $419.4 billion. Subsequently, the global market research also revealed that that Europe companies involved in the making of consumer goods had a much wider variation as the subsectors that existed within the same industry. The existence of the subsectors within the consumer goods industry in Europe market allows the existence of both small and large companies in the SMART automobile manufacturing.

One of the factors that have continually favored the growth of the SMART cars consumer market is the regulation on private spending within the confines of the SMART cars market. The stringent regulatory measures introduced into the SMART cars market has over the years contributed to the availability of a stable private spending that has been a little over EUR 1,845. The stabilization of consumer market privatized spending lead to the growth of the SMART cars consumer market by 1.8% in the 2012-13 fiscal years. Most importantly, SMART cars marketers utilized internet resources to increase awareness of the market consumer products, a factor that paid off quite heftily with an estimated 65.8% of the SMART cars production. The excellent geographical position of SMART Cars Company in German has also played as one of the factors that have increasingly favored the products consumer market growth.

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During the late 1980s, Nicolas Hayek, the chief executive officer of SMH, who are the manufacturers of the Swatch brand watches, started to develop an idea for a new automobile that would the same kind of strategies of manufacturing as well as personalized features that whose utilization was in the marketing of Swatch watches. Hayek believed that the industry of automobiles had looked down upon a sector that had potential consumers who desired a stylish and small car. Soon, this idea was given a name called ‘Swatchmobile.’ Hayek Engineering Company AG, the private company of Hayek started the designing of the new automobile for the SMH, with a sitting capacity of two as well as a hybrid drive train. Whereas the design of the car was in progress, Hayek had the fear of the present manufacturing that they would feel threatened by the newly introduced car. Therefore, instead of competing directly, he decided to cooperate with another popular company in the industry of automobiles. This would also greatly relieve the SMH Company of the cost burden of the setting up of a network of distribution. Hayek made approaches to a number of companies that dealt in the industry of manufacturing of automobiles. In July, 1991, he was able to reach an agreement with the Volkswagen Company to share the design and development of the prospective project.

By the year 1993, Ferdinand Piech was the appointed chief executive officer of the Volkswagen Company, and he right away sought to bring the project with SMH to an end. By then, the Volkswagen company had been working on a project of their own called the ‘three-liter car;’ that is a car which was going to consume about three liters of fuel in every one hundred kilometers of driving (eventually known as the Volkswagen Lupo 3l). The concept of Volkswagen was considered as the best business proposition, as it features four seats and also allowed more room for cargo. Hayek had supposed that Piech would make sure that the accord with SMH was brought to an end, upon his ascendancy to the position of chief executive officer; he, therefore, prudently started to approach some other car manufacturing companies with the project of Swatchmobile. Rejected by Renault, Fiat, BMW and General Motors, he eventually arrived at an informal agreement with the Daimler-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz cars.

The announcement of the deal took place in March, 1994, at a press conference that took place at the headquarters of Mercedes-Benz in Stuttgart that the two companies would collaborate in the founding of Micro Compact AG. The provision of forty nine percent of the initial capital of fifty million Swiss Francs was made by the SMH, and for the rest, which was fifty one percent, Daimler-Benz made the provision for the same. The composition of the newly established company entailed two subsidiaries i.e. the MCC GmbH, which had its base in Renningen, and which would do the designing, and then an unnamed manufacturing factory. The SMH Auto SA that was under the ownership of Hayek would do the designing of a system of hybrid electric drive for the car, whereas the Hayek Engineering Company would do the auditing of the design and manufacturing. A subsequent press conference featured the launching of two cars namely the ‘eco-speedster’ and the ‘eco-sprinter, which whose styling was by the design studio of Mercedes-Benz in California. The two cars suggestive were of the ultimate Smart City Coupe. There was no mention concerning the fact that the SMH had not contributed in any way in the design of the car, and they were branded as Mercedes-Benz.

The technological advancement has greatly influenced humanity in the different aspects of life that controls nearly all man’s acts. With the prices of gas at all-time highs in the United States of America and the fuel-efficient vehicles in fashion, the time came for the Smart Car to be introduced the United States markets by DaimlerChrysler. The Smart Car, already common in Europe, is small in size but big on the economy. However, the updated Smart Fortwo; a name that was given to it due to the fact that it only carries two individuals, and its release was in the year 2008, meaning that there are a lot more Smart cars coming in the near future.

The Smart Car started with Nicolas Hayek, the person who did the invention of the Swatch watches. Hayek was intending to make a small car that would consume fuel efficiently, environmentally responsible as well as easy to get a parking space even in tiny places. The Swatch Company did a collaboration with Daimler-Benz (after it had failed in collaborating with the Volkswagen) to make the first City Coupe under the brand name MCC (Micro Compact Car). The development started in the year 1994, and the first car to be unveiled was at the Frankfurt Motor Show in the year 1997. The Micro Compact Car was on sale during the next year, but Hayek became disappointed with the usage of a traditional engine; he had wanted a pure electric motor or a hybrid- and the cost of the car, which seemed hire than ever expected. When it emerged that the initial sales were slow, Swatch decided to pull out of the business, which left Daimler-Benz (that later became DaimlerChrysler) to be in full ownership of the Smart division. Smart is at present part of the Mercedes group of the DaimlerChrysler.

When one lays his or her eyes on the Smart car, the first thing that will always come to mind is its noticeable size. The City Coup, which was later known as "Fortwo" immediately the Smart started to release some other models, is only eight feet, two and a half inches long, less than five feet wide and about five feet tall. When compared to the original Hummer H1, we find that it is seven feet less wide. That implies that instead of a parallel parking in line with the other vehicles, the Smart car can be able to back right up to the curb. Around two or three of the cars, can be able to park in that manner in just a single curbside parking space.

In January 2008, we find that the United States became the thirty seventh nation to promote and sell the Smart Car. The fortwo car actually got off to a perfect start in the United States back in the year 2008, with more than thirty thousand reservations made before its arrival, and more than twenty five thousand delivered by the end of the year 2008. It was unfortunate that the recession hit the company during the late 2008, and that greatly reduced the actual sales of the cars substantially. In fact, many people had to turn down the cars that they originally reserved, when they eventually arrived in March of the year 2009, after a long wait. Just like most Americans, the economy had had a great effect on several people around the world, and it would no longer be easy to afford or even maintain a new car, no matter how conservative it would be. Since several smart car fanatics had to turn down their orders when they eventually arrived, the dealers of smart cars had surpluses on their cars’ hands that one time had such a long waiting list.

The company has also faced some controversies that to some extent have had an impact on its overall performance. One of the major controversies at the company was the brand of the car itself. The founder, Hayek insisted that the car had to retain the name ‘Swatch’ in some way; that is for instance, Swatch Car or Swatchmobile. However, Daimler-Benz did not consent to the idea, and instead, advocated for a more neutral brand. They then ultimately agreed on the name ‘Smart,’ which is an acronym that had been initially used internally by the MCC for the Swatch Mercedes Art. Nevertheless, by May of the year 1994, the co-directors had made the identification of seventy four potential sites for the establishment of the factory. The announcement of the eventual site was done in December, 1994; France, in Hambach. The plant gained the nickname called ‘Smartville’ very quickly due to fast growth.

A modular system of the car’s assembly was designed by Tomforde, insisting supplier assemble and design, and even fix their own modules onto the eventual car, at the new factory using their own workers, hence decreasing the total cost for the mother companies and depriving the MCC of the legal and financial liabilities for the parts. In addition, it offered financial framework in which the MCC could be in a position of sharing the cost of development with suppliers, instead of having to finance the whole project themselves. The MCC managed to secure contracts with the suppliers to do the designing supplying nearly all parts of the vehicle; interiors by the VDO, seats by Faurecia, door and chassis modules by Magna, suspension by Krupp and door panels by the Dynamit.

Despite the offloading of a considerable amount of the progress on suppliers, the MCC needed more capital. Moreover, recapitalization by the Daimler-Benz helped in increasing their ownership share in the company to about eighty one percent leaving the SMH only with the remaining nineteen percent. The company of assembly opened in October 27, 1997, whereby it had a formal ribbon-cutting by the then President of France, Jacques Chirac and Helmut Hohl, the German Chancellor. The introduction of the new Smart City Coupe had been planned for the month of March in the year 1998, but dynamic volatility of the archetypes forced Daimler-Benz to announce the postponement of the introduction until the month of October in the same year. The chief engineer, Johann Tomforde was replaced by Gerhard Fritz. Fritz then widened the track, lowered the center of gravity, changed the steering, stiffened the suspension, and added more ballast weight to the car’s front so as to raise the stability in the unexpected or emergency evasion manoeuvres (particularly the Swedish ‘moose test’).

The launch of the car was successful in about nine European nations in October, 1998, even though the eventual design never fulfilled the expectations of Hayek. Hayek had strongly advocated for a hybrid drivetrain; however, the eventual product used a fairly conventional gasoline engine. Almost immediately, Daimler-Benz acquired the remaining stake of SMH in the venture. This made the MCC to be a fully owned subsidiary of the Daimler-Benz (which afterward joined hands with the Chrysler Company to become known as DaimlerChrysler). The Biel office was closed, and the operations were then consolidated at Germany’s MCC GmbH design center. On the month of January, in the year 1999, we find that the MCC GmbH decided to change its brand name to MCC smart GmbH, and by the year 2000 it dropped the final remnants of cooperation with SMH, thus becoming known as the smart GmbH.

This model line was ultimately extended to incorporate the Roadster together with a four-drive, a rear engine, four door, and four seat supermini, appositely known as Forfour (the initial City Coupe was then rechristened ForTwo, in order to be able to fit the new branding scheme). The go-getting expansion did not raise profits at the corporation; smart GmbH indeed lost about four billion Euros between 2003 and 2006. Plans were put in place to raise the profitability of the company as well as incorporate its operations with the DaimlerChrysler. DaimlerChrysler, in 2005, decided against buying a fifty percent share in the company called NedCar in Netherlands, which used to make the ForFour, bringing to an end its operations. A planned SUV known as Formore was brought to an end as the assembly company in Brazil was under installations with machines, and the production of Roadster was terminated. In 2006, after heavy financial losses and declining sales, the Smart GmbH was liquidated with its operations being absorbed directly by the DaimlerChrysler.

Smart Crash Action

Those who have carefully followed the development of the trendy and tiny microcar of Daimler AG, the Smart, have really wondered about the safety of the car. They now do not need to wonder anymore. This is because a crash test took place for the Smart Fortwo in the year 2008 by the Insurance Institute for Highway, and found that its performance was excellent that it earned the best ratings of the Institute for the side and front crash protection. In addition, its rear crash worthiness received a rating of ‘acceptable,’ which is the second-highest rating of the Institute. The driving of Smart Fortow in the United States of America is a very good reminder of just the way the Smart really is. Just like the Volkswagen’s Mini Cooper and New Beetle, the Smart Car elicits looks. However, different from those cars, which reinvigorates a present vehicle segment via the nostalgia-laden styling; we find that the Smart is so small and also very new that, to the eyes of Americans at least, it is not like anything else on the road.

The DaimlerChrysler AG had been carrying out testing with the prospect of a Smart car in the United States of America ever since the introduction of the brand in the year 1997. Today, when questioning executives to give an explanation regarding the long wait, they will say that the car was not ready until then. It is true that redesigning of the second generation of the Smart Fortwo was purposely to meet the requirements of the American market. This entailed introduction of diverse changes including ensuring that the new car met the emissions regulations in all fifty states, as well as the crash standards of the United States. It is still difficult to see that DaimlerChrysler is taking advantage of an opportunity; that is more than ever, buyers in the United States are taking into consideration the environmental effect of their cars and looking for perceived smarter alternatives. Therefore, it is that having made sales of some seven hundred and seventy thousand copies of the first-generation Smart Fortwo in thirty six nations, the most compact car presently in production will take on the largest automobile market in the world.

So what is the actual size of the Smart? It is more than three feet shorter, and around five inches narrower than the abovementioned Mini; that is very small. However, with an additional five inches in height as well as an upright driving position, we find that the view of the driver of the road is more commanding or imposing than the size suggests. The car’s interior is also amazing. As the name suggests, the Smart is only a two-seater, though those two will find plenty of head and legroom. Whereas the cabin is a little bit narrow, the feet position of the passenger’s is 6 inches further back for the purposes of avoiding any unnecessary rubbing of shoulder. The space of cargo is limited to that behind the seats; this offer 7.8 cubic feet in luggage is stuck up to the beltline, or twelve cubic feet if one stack it to the roof.

Smart Gauges

Contributing substantially to the sense of the interior space is the well-ventilated cabin. In a period of more complex switchgear and electronics, the dash layout of the Smart reinvigorated meaning to the word ‘spartan.’ Nonetheless, the instrument panel seems to be floating over the feet of the passengers, leaving the floor completely open except for the shift lever and some cupholders. The uncomplicated center-stack that contains the hi-fi and a stylish climate control system is easy to use and see, and the remaining dashboard is under the cover of the fabric, which feels tough and looks cool. The whole of this design is to create a sense of calm and ingenuousness; therefore, claustrophobics should not at all be worried. The Smart is in fact, certain that any potential purchasers that have concerns about their fitting into the vehicle only need to sit in to put their minds at ease, and that is a fact.

One possible hurdle not anticipated is the transmission. Whereas, it is technically a five-speed manual transmission, we find that the clutch is computerized, and shifting requires tapping the gear lever, then pushing one of the steering peddles that are wheel-mounted, or even letting the automated mode to do all the work. Such a setup greatly works in the ultra-high machines whereby the name of the game is lightning-fast shifts, even though the effect is less breathtaking when toned down for usage with a one liter, 3-cylinder seventy horsepower engine. Nonetheless, an up-shift in either automatic or manual mode pitches the vehicle forward, as the power is cut-out there is change of gear and acceleration resumes after a long delay. The delay is probably much longer than what might be anticipated for a hand-performed manual shift, though the sensation is strange to some extent.

The design of this car is specifically for metropolitan use; the engineers of the Smart settled on the automated manual, in order to do away with the difficulty of having to work up a clutch in the stop-and-go traffic, whereas also evading the problem of a conventional automatic unit. The car’s system can be described as infallible: It does not allow over-revving, that is it resets to the first gear from a stop, and when the driver releases the brake pedals, it creeps slowly like a normal automatic mode. The Smart even gets some tweak particularly for the United States market, which include the classic American PRND shift model; this is a shorter first gear ratio for the sprightlier acceleration, together with a 5 th ration for smoother cruising. It is still not certain how American drivers will take to the shifting sensation, even though it might only be a matter of adaption with time.

The good thing is that, apart from the odd transmission feel, we find that the Smart Fortwo drives extremely well. The 12.9 second 0-60 mph time will not set any pulse, but there cannot be any trouble in getting the car to speed when merging onto the highway. The cabin notably remains quiet, and even with the one-liter engine working extremely hard, very little engine buzzing gets through in its operation. Furthermore, the car feels somehow jumpy and shows some yawning motion at some speed; both outcomes or products of the short seventy three and a half inch wheelbase as well as a good argument for the keeping of both hands on the steering wheel. Whereas the Smart car appears to happy enough to cruise past a relatively cool Highway-two hundred and eighty and flirt with its ninety-mph top speed, a drive, for instance, through the Los Angeles during the rush hour traffic would be the best test of the highway credentials of the Smart.

In the city, the car is of course, in its element. The Smart Fortwo is remarkably maneuverable; that is it can slip past hurdles, and then make turns that are to some extent impossible in the larger cars. The driving of Smart car requires one to readjust his or her spatial expectations. One can nearly invariably find him or herself with a foot to spare, even in what people believe to be the tightest conditions. It is, needless to say, that parking is a walk in the park. The Smart car is currently working with municipalities in the United States to ensure that drivers would not be ticketed for pulling off a part work perpendicular to the curb; thus, they say that the response has been very positive and remarkable. For those whose, most of the driving is in the city; the Smart car will have immediate appeal.

Smart Overhead

Another area that we can say that drivers, who use Smart Cars, have an edge over those who use larger cars is efficiency. Relying only on the concept of low mass and displacement, the car delivers thirty three mpg in the city and forty mpg on the highway; this is in accordance with the EPA standards of 2008. To the advantage of those who are not familiar to the revised standards of the EPA of 2008, representatives of the Smart are quick at pointing out that the car would have attained 40/50 mpg under the provisions of the year 2007. In any case, these are very good and commendable numbers, even if, possibly not as high as some may anticipate for such an extraordinarily small car. The ten gallon (reserve of 8.7 gallon, in addition to 1.3 gallon,) fuel tank provides a reputable and substantial range. One bummer; the car recommends premium ninety one octane fuel in order to maximize efficiency and power, even though it would get by on regular. On the positive side, the low exhaust emission gives the car a ULEV (Ultra Low Emission Vehicle) classification.

Safety might be the harder sell due to the Smart’s small size in a world of larger automobiles, but that task that should now be easier following the very favorable crash test ratings that the car received from the IIHS. The explanation or key to this crashworthiness is the so-called tridion safety cell of the car, which is so critical to its distinctiveness that its distinct silver C-shape takes or covers the whole exterior design. More so, the cell does the distribution of the effect of a crash over the body of the car and protects those who are insider. The car’s compact design also gives it some advantages. The engine that is rear-mounted has a design, which enables it to break away, as well as, slide underneath the compartment of passenger in case of a rear impact, doing the absorption of energy and the reduction of rebound inherent in such a taut structure. Moreover, the short wheelbase of the car means that the possibility of hitting an axle or energy absorption in a single impact is very high, whereas the high position of sitting means that there is better protection in the frontal and site impacts. Two side bags and two full-size front airbags play supporting roles to the structure, in addition to ABA together with, a standard electronic program of stability that includes the traction control.

Smart Crash Aftermath

It still remains to be seen that the American nation that notoriously tends to associate size with safety, will feel comfortable driving such a tiny car even with its appealing crash test ratings. Much of the marketing efforts of Smart car; aims at getting purchasers to make the leap from their intuition of ‘bigger-is-better’ to embrace the intelligent engineering argument of the company. The big question now becomes how the company would get its message to the buyers. Until now, the tactics of marketing have been as unconventional and eccentric as the vehicle itself. However, the company performed a road show that took the car to fifty different cities in the United States, racking up some fifty thousand test drivers. A ninety nine dollar program of reservation via the website of the company also captured more than thirty thousand reservations for the Smart from fifty states, all without conventional marketing and before establishment of a dealer network. The company states that its target customers do not fit a particular demographic; instead, they are what the company call it, ‘thought leaders’ or even ‘the early adopters,’ individuals that the company believes will consider the innovative and simple car as the automobile equivalent of iPod.

Buyers will eventually buy the cars at one of the seventy four centers of the company that whose locations are major cities and towns around the United States, and the world as a whole. Nearly a third of these individual facilities with the remaining ‘store-in-store’ acts exist within Mercedes-Benz dealerships. In a strange move, for a major manufacturer of automobiles, Daimler is relying on a present network; that is the Penske Automotive- to act as the official distributor of the Smart.

Smart Driving

The cost of Fortwo pure, of 2008, starts at eleven thousand, five hundred and ninety dollars. The thirteen thousand, five hundred and ninety dollars Smart passion coupe adds a scenery roof, radio fitted with CD player, alloy wheels, power windows, a three-spoke steering wheel fitted with shift peddles and air conditioning as standard tools. At sixteen thousand, five hundred and ninety dollars, the smart passion cabriolet takes the place of the roof with a hard top that is retractable. The side roof bars of the car are removable, and their its storage is in a partition in the rear door, for the full open top experience. Nonetheless all of the three models of the car come with a similar engine together with transmission. The president of the Smart Company in the United States, Dave Schembri, is full of confidence that after the long-term costs and residual values are to take into consideration; the car will prove to be the least expensive automobile in the whole world. There are several reasons as to why individuals would prefer the Smart car, but if that selling point pans out, then that might simply be the smartest of them all.

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The reading and the listening are both about smart cars, which are vehicles that are able to drive themselves. The author of the reading describes three benefits related to these cars. The professor casts doubt on each of the theories presented in the reading. She does not feel that the cars are as beneficial as the author assumes.

First of all, the author states that smart cars will save lives by preventing accidents. It is noted that the sensor and computer systems used in the smart cars are more efficient than human judgment when it comes to preventing accidents. The lecturer casts doubt on this assertion. She is of the opinion that smart cars will still get into accidents. Moreover, she believes that if smart car technology leads to denser traffic than before, certain types of accidents will be even worse than they currently are.

Secondly, the author claims that smart cars will lead to the end of traffic problems. The article says that this will result from the fact that smart cars can follow each other closely at higher speeds than regular cars. The lecturer challenges this theory. She states that if driving becomes more convenient, more people will opt to join in. She says that with an increased number of cars on the road, traffic congestion will actually increase.

Finally, the author points out that smart cars will reduce the cost of driving. As a result of the fact that smart cars are programmed to take very direct routes, owner will not need to spend as much money on repairs and replacement parts. The professor, on the other hand, points out that smart cars utilize a lot of expensive technology not implemented in regular cars. She says that repairing this sort of technology will be more costly than repairing the parts in a normal vehicle.

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The Smart Car Essay Example

Pages: 10 (2567 words)
Published: December 4, 2017
Type: Case Study

This report's objective is to furnish consumers with details regarding the imminent launch of a new car in the following year.

With the increasing cost of gasoline, individuals are seeking a convenient means of transportation. The smart car could potentially be the solution, but its true advantages must be comprehended by consumers. Despite the originally projected sales of 20,000-25,000 units, there have already been 31,000 deposits made to reserve this car, surpassing expectations. Numerous companies intend to lease these vehicles specifically for quick errands.

The history of the Smart Car starts with Swatch, a watch manufacturer. In the early 1990’s, the inventor of Swatch, Nicolas Hayek, approached Mercedes Benz with an idea for an “ultra-urban” car. It is also considered to be a much safer car compared to other hybrids as it has

a Tridion stability cell that is almost indestructible and braking systems and technology commonly found in high-end luxury cars, which gives it the potential to make an impact in the USA. However, the price is the only obstacle it faces. Other hybrids are available at a lower cost and with more space. In order to prove itself as the better option, the Smart Car needs to demonstrate superior accommodation. The final outcome of this situation can only be determined with time, and it is crucial for consumers to have a thorough understanding of their options.

During the joint venture, Swatch decided to withdraw from the agreement, resulting in Mercedes Benz taking over all of the plans. (Weaver, www. edmuds. com) In 1994, development for the full concept commenced, resulting in the introduction of four models: the City Coupe (a two-seater), followed by th

Roadster and the Roadster Coupe, and lastly the for Four.

Unfortunately, sales were not satisfactory for all models except the Four, resulting in the discontinuation of the other models. The Four served as the foundation for today's smart styles offered by Mercedes Benz, which is now owned by Daimler AG Company. In addition to the Two, three more Smart Car styles have been introduced: Pure, Passion, and Passion Cabriolet. The Two made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1997 and received significant media attention during that event. As a result of the overwhelming success of the auto show, Smart Car became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler-Benz just one year later. Since January 2008, Penske Automotive has been serving as the primary distributor of Smart Car in the United States. Initial sales projections estimated that 20,000-25,000 units would be sold within the car's first year; however, those numbers have already been exceeded.

Customers can secure a Smart Car before its release by making a deposit of $99. Currently, there have been 31,000 deposits made. However, individuals in sales or business roles with significant driving responsibilities are not required to make a deposit. The Smart Car is best suited for short distances and urban driving.

Potential buyers have three models to choose from. The base price for the Pure model is $11,000. This price includes a five-speed automatic manual transmission with manual or automatic mode availability. The Pure model also features a central remote locking system, a two-spoke leather steering wheel, and a radio-ready console. Additional options available include air conditioning, power windows, and alloy wheels. For a higher level of features, buyers can opt for the Passion

model, which is priced at approximately $13,000.

The Pure model includes all options and features listed above, along with a panorama roof, alloy wheels, air condition with climate controls, a three-spoke sports steering wheel with shift paddles, power windows with electric and heated side mirrors, and an AM/FM stereo complete with a compact disc player. Priced at $15,000 in the United States, the top of the line Passion Cabriolet model offers upgraded radio and sound system that is MP3 compatible and includes an in-dash six CD player. The main distinction between the Passion Cabriolet and regular Passion models lies in the soft top roof which has a heated adjustable rear glass window allowing for height adjustment while driving. All models are available in white, blue, yellow, red black or grey colors. Furthermore, leather interior options can be chosen.

The impact of the smart car on consumers and the industry is evident, as it has the potential to significantly affect oil companies. Should this car gain popularity among consumers, it could disrupt forecasts of increasing oil prices due to reduced demand, especially considering the current influence of gas prices on individuals. Unquestionably, consumers would profit from this remarkable car's fuel efficiency, achieving 46 miles per gallon in urban areas and 68 miles per gallon on highways.

The decrease in gas prices due to reduced demand can benefit consumers and the hybrid car market. This presents a positive outcome with lower gas prices and the availability of fuel-efficient vehicles. However, this may not be significant in the US, where rising gas prices are an ongoing concern. Still, it may not play a decisive role in this situation. In Europe,

the Smart car is priced at 11,000-16,000. When gradually introduced to the US market in 2008, its initial price will be 32,000.

The smart car may not be as attractive for a hybrid option compared to the Toyota Prius, which is $10,000 cheaper. This emphasizes competition rather than effectively marketing the vehicle. While many Americans desire fuel efficiency, they also consider factors such as size when choosing a vehicle. The smart car only accommodates two people, unlike other hybrids that are similar in capacity to regular cars. So why would someone choose a smart car? One possible reason is the vehicle's safety. It has a reinforced safety cell called Tridion that surrounds the driver and passenger, along with bumpers, airbags, and antilock brakes designed to absorb impact and remain intact. Additionally, the smaller size of the smart car makes it more maneuverable and helps avoid accidents.

Smart cars equipped with manual transmission offer advanced braking and stability technology that is usually exclusive to high-end luxury vehicles. Even while driving on inclines, the brakes stay engaged momentarily, providing enough time for foot adjustment. Demonstrations have showcased the impressive resilience of the Tridion, which remains mostly intact even after a collision at 70mph. Nevertheless, it is important to mention that accidents surpassing 50mph often lead to injuries as our bodies are not designed to endure such forceful impact.

The Smart Car has an opportunity in today's changing market due to increasing concern about global warming and individuals prioritizing making a positive impact on the environment. As several automobile companies introduce more environmentally friendly vehicles, the Smart Car is acknowledged as one of the most sustainable options. According to Smart

(development, smartusa), Daimler Chrysler guarantees that their Smart Car adheres to rigorous company standards.

Although the guidelines followed by the company were not mentioned specifically, there are various environmentally friendly aspects of the Smart Car. The car is powdered instead of painted during production, which reduces energy usage by 40% compared to normal painting procedures. Additionally, this method produces zero solvent emissions and does not require the use of water (Recycling, pg. 1).

Discussing the components used in the vehicle itself and their eco-friendly nature, it is evident that the car is more environmentally friendly compared to other vehicles. According to The Montreal Gazette (2007), the Smart Car avoids using energy-consuming and expensive materials like magnesium, as well as excludes harmful substances such as lead, chromium, and mercury from its production process from the beginning (pg.E9). The company continuously engages in research and development to explore new production methods and materials that are recyclable and sustainable, ultimately better for the environment. For instance, they opt for 100% recyclable synthetics in the production of items like wheel coverings and dashboards" (recycling, smartusa, n. d. , pg.1).

To address the decline of non-renewable resources, it is crucial for us to find alternative manufacturing techniques and recyclable materials. The concept of environmental sustainability has prompted several car makers to enhance their attributes and parts in order to be more eco-friendly. Honda and Toyota, with their Civic Hybrid and Prius models respectively, appear to be Smart's primary rivals. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (unknown), the fuel efficiency of the Honda Civic Hybrid reaches approximately 49mpg and 51mpg in urban and highway conditions.

This is in contrast to Smart's approximate fuel efficiency

of 46.3mpg and 68.9mpg for city and highway miles respectively. Furthermore, the Honda emits 4.4 tons of greenhouse gases each year. Despite the Smart having higher MPG, there are distinct differences between the two vehicles. The Civic Hybrid notably surpasses the Smart in size.

The Smart for two's small size limits its capacity for carrying families and groceries. Unlike larger vehicles, it can only accommodate a few grocery bags in its back. This is a disadvantage for Smart because families often need a vehicle that can hold more items such as sports equipment and shopping bags. The Toyota Prius is another competitor to Smart, offering a slightly higher fuel efficiency than the Honda Hybrid. With 60mpg and 51mpg for city and highway respectively, the Prius comes closer to the Smart's efficiency. Additionally, the Prius emits only 3.4 tons of greenhouse gases annually, making it exceptionally low compared to other midsize vehicles (U).

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (unknown, pg. 1), although the Smart car is highly eco-friendly, many may question whether it is worth investing in a small car instead of a midsize car that offers more space and can accommodate more passengers while still having a similar environmental impact. However, this question will soon be resolved as Smartusa plans to introduce Smart Cars in the United States in the near future.

There is a belief among experts that Smart is not wise to try and sell its eco-friendly cars in the United States due to the many existing options. Smart Car did not plan on advertising in 2008, but it did sponsor Live Earth, which was viewed by millions internationally. However, Penske used tractor-trailers to

showcase the Smart Cars and other displays on a 50-city tour, allowing potential buyers to test drive the cars. A few Smart Cars also made appearances at popular locations like Starbucks and Whole Foods. The Smart Car has received criticism for its size, price, and emissions testing, particularly within the United States.

According to some critics, Smart overlooked the American market, particularly the various regions of the U.S. where people drive different types of vehicles. John LeBlanc (2006) points out that Smart failed to consider the high demand for SUVs and pick-up trucks in the southern region (pg. DT17). While the small size and maneuverability of the car would make it successful in urban areas with limited space, it may not meet the preferences of drivers in other regions.

The Smart car has faced criticism on various fronts. One concern is its size, which allows it to fit into small parking spaces and accommodate more cars, but this relies on widespread acceptance. Another issue is emissions, particularly in states with stricter testing regulations such as those in the Northeast. According to LeBlanc (2007), certain states like California may not pass the diesel engine of the for two model in emissions testing, posing challenges for Smart dealerships (pg. DT17). Additionally, drawbacks mentioned by Paul Gover from the Daily Telegraph (2006) include limited storage space and a noisy gear-changing process in the Smart car (pg.11). Price also contributes to criticism, with estimates ranging from $15,000 to $35,000 for different models upon its introduction in the United States. In comparison, other vehicles like Honda and Toyota offer similar or better features at a more competitive price point.

The Smart Car's safety

is noteworthy, especially considering its compact size. Safety concerns may arise when driving a small car in a country where large vehicles like tractor trailers and SUVs are prevalent. Moreover, critics frequently inquire about the comfort of taller individuals within the vehicle.

The significance of whether or not the Smart Car should be introduced in the U.S. market, taking into account its environmental and economic benefits as well as its status symbol appeal, is growing. It is essential to possess a thorough understanding of the facts regarding this vehicle.

When it comes to new products like the IPod or Iphone, there are advantages and disadvantages to consider before making a purchase. The Smart car is no exception, offering something new and different to the market. It is important to gather information before deciding whether or not to buy it. Although the Smart car is a bigger investment compared to an IPod, the same mindset applies when a new product enters the American market.

The initial urge may be to buy it simply because it's trendy, but hasty decisions should be avoided when buying a car. Our aim is to provide consumers with comprehensive information about the Smart car so they can make an informed decision. We remain neutral and unbiased, ensuring potential buyers are well-informed before making such a significant decision. We cover various aspects of the Smart car, including both positive and negative effects on the U.S. market.

The purpose of this presentation is to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the Smart car in the U.S. market, covering various aspects such as the economy and environment. By gaining this knowledge, readers can make an informed decision

on whether or not to invest in a Smart car when it becomes available in 2008.

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Discover the innovative features and cutting-edge technologies that make Moscow a Smart City leader. From efficient transportation systems to advanced energy management, Smart City Moscow is transforming urban living for its citizens. Explore the benefits and possibilities of a smarter city with Moscow smart city strategy.

Smart City Moscow, Russia

2.127 smart points.

Environment

Connectivity, life quality.

Moscow, on the Moskva River in western Russia, is the nation’s cosmopolitan capital. In its historic core is the Kremlin, a complex that’s home to the president and tsarist treasures in the Armoury. Outside its walls is Red Square, Russia’s symbolic center. It’s home to Lenin’s Mausoleum, the State Historical Museum’s comprehensive collection, and St. Basil’s Cathedral, known for its colorful, onion-shaped domes.

Once Moscow started to revive its legend and cultural gem, the number of visitors to VDNKh has been rapidly increasing to reach around 25 million people annually. In 2018, it saw the record-breaking 30 million guests! During its 80-year history, the exhibition was called in different ways: VSKhV, VDNKh, and VVTs. Its original purpose was to demonstrate the achievements of the national economy to Muscovites and numerous Moscow guests. However, today it has become a Grand Centre of leisure, education, and culture.

Examples of Smart City Development in Moscow:

Implementation of a unified Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) that integrates various modes of transportation, including public transport, private vehicles, and bicycles, to provide a seamless and efficient travel experience for citizens.
Deployment of a network of smart sensors and devices that collect and analyze data on traffic flow, air quality, noise pollution, and other environmental factors to help city officials make informed decisions and improve the quality of life for residents.
Creation of digital platforms and services, such as e-government portals, online payment systems, and mobile apps, that enable citizens to access information and services quickly and easily, anytime and anywhere.

Companies and their Results Moscow smart city strategy:

Yandex, the leading Russian search engine and technology company, has developed a number of smart transportation solutions in Moscow, including a ride-sharing service called Yandex.Taxi, a car-sharing service called Yandex.Drive, and a public transport planning tool called Yandex.Transport.
Huawei, the Chinese tech giant, has partnered with Moscow authorities to deploy 5G networks and other advanced technologies to support the city’s smart city initiatives. The company has also established a research and development center in Moscow to focus on AI and other emerging technologies.

Statistics in Numbers:

According to the Moscow Department of Information Technology, the city has installed more than 200,000 smart devices and sensors to monitor traffic, air quality, and other environmental factors.
The Moscow Metro, which carries more than 7 million passengers per day, has implemented a smart ticketing system that allows commuters to pay for rides with their smartphones.
Moscow’s e-government portal, which provides access to more than 500 online services, has registered more than 18 million users since its launch in 2011.

Interesting Facts:

Moscow was ranked as the 9th smartest city in the world in 2020, according to the IESE Cities in Motion Index.
The city has launched a number of smart city pilot projects, including a program to use blockchain technology to store and share data on real estate transactions and a project to deploy autonomous vehicles in certain parts of the city.
Moscow authorities have set a goal of reducing the city’s carbon footprint by 30% by 2030 through a range of initiatives, including the promotion of electric vehicles and the implementation of energy-efficient buildings and infrastructure.

Plans for Moscow smart city 2030 strategy roadmap:

The Moscow smart city strategy Roadmap, which was adopted in 2016, outlines a number of key priorities and initiatives for the city’s smart city development through 2030. These include:
Expanding the use of digital technologies and services to improve the quality of life for residents, such as smart healthcare and education.
Enhancing the city’s transportation infrastructure and mobility services to reduce congestion and improve accessibility.
Promoting sustainable development and energy efficiency through the use of renewable energy sources and green building practices.
Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through the development of a strong ecosystem of startups, research institutions, and venture capital firms.

The Moscow Smart City strategy represents a comprehensive and ambitious plan to transform the city into a more livable, sustainable, and innovative urban environment. Through the use of advanced technologies and data-driven solutions, the strategy seeks to improve the quality of life for citizens and create a more prosperous and resilient city for future generations.

Moscow smart city strategy Technograd

Technograd is the chief front office of Moscow’s professional training system. The complex was opened in the Knowledge Park at VDNKh on 3 September 2018, with Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin invited.

Training program

Technograd offers the world’s and the country’s best training programs in more than 40 most in-demand professions and professions of the future. The programs have been based on actual employers’ requirements. The complex gives an opportunity to train, retrain, and upgrade skills in any of the chosen careers. Its platforms provide excellent conditions for training specialists for small and medium-sized businesses. The training programs have been developed taking into account the specifics of each line of business and include case studies of leading entrepreneurs and experts.

Assembly point of the future

In the country’s sole supermarket of professions, everyone of any age can acquire an in-demand profession or choose his or her future job, taking training based on cutting-edge teaching methods. The innovative education complex of a new type is VDNKh’s attraction point.

Muscovites use the advantages of a smart city every day: they connect to the internet on a train or in the streets, arrange doctor’s visits via the Unified Medical Information Analysis System (UMIAS), pay utility bills online, and attend an online school. Mos.ru presents this article on how Moscow has managed to become one of the world’s smartest cities.

A Smart City is a system of city service resources that are used as efficiently as possible to provide maximum convenience for its residents. It requires a close connection between smart city projects (street CCTV cameras, public services, smart transport systems, and others) in a megalopolis.

City Wi-Fi and mobile internet

There are many points with free Wi-Fi access in Moscow streets, parks, and pedestrian areas, including over 2,000 located inside the Garden Ring and in Moscow parks.

The Internet can also be accessed from public transport. The network covers the metro, the MCC, the Aeroexpress trains to the airports as well as buses, trams, and trolleys. This means there is no need to authorize again after changing from one form of transport to another.

Mobile internet still costs Muscovites eight times less than in New York. Moscow is second in fixed telephone accessibility.

Smart transport

Moscow’s intelligent traffic control system is an important element in a Smart City. In Moscow, this system includes more than 2,000 traffic lights, 3,500 traffic detectors, and 2,000 CCTV cameras. Data from these devices are transferred to the Traffic Management Center’s situation room, where they are analyzed online, which helps control traffic. In the future, this information will make it possible for the Traffic Management Center to forecast traffic patterns due to street closures, the introduction of one-way traffic, or a newly designated bus lane.

Moscow was the first Russian region to launch a website where the public can pay various fees, and attain city services, and that moved permits and documents to the cloud allowing users to receive several services in one package.

Muscovites can check on and pay traffic tickets and utility bills, arrange a doctor’s visit, top-up a Troika card, sign up children for a club or do many other things in only minutes. There are 222 services in total on mos.ru now.

Visit a doctor online

The Unified Medical Information Analysis System (UMIAS) was launched in Moscow in 2011. It can be used to find the closest medical center, arrange a doctor’s visit, or get sick leave papers. UMIAS has reduced lines in clinics 2.5 times since it was launched.

UMIAS works at 678 medical centers, unites 21,500 doctors, and 9.5 million patients as well as 359 million arrangements, and provides for over 500,000 transactions every day. About 700,000 people use UMIAS to arrange to see a doctor every week.

City and Active Citizen

Muscovites can directly interact with the Moscow government and influence the city’s life. Our City is a feedback channel where residents can comment on officials and utility services issues.

Muscovites can report on the lack of a rubbish basket in a park, a broken staircase or pavement tile as well as rubbish on the street, poor landscaping care, or a pothole. Over a million users are registered on the website. Almost 1.8 million problems have been resolved with this website so far.

The Active Citizen online referendum system allows citizens to give an opinion on various issues, starting from additional bus routes and lawn mowing to the name of the new metro ring. “Active Citizens” save up bonus points to get brand souvenirs or tickets to theatres or museums. Today over 1.9 million participants are registered in the system, with 2,600 voting sessions held and over 81 million opinions taken into account.

Electronic school

The Moscow Electronic School project started in September 2016. The main elements include digital school records and online registering as well as an electronic library with textbooks and lesson scenarios. The scenarios have replaced lesson plans and look more like a presentation with materials and tasks. Teachers all around the city can find the necessary scenario at the library, add something new to the existing one, or create a new one and share it with others.

This system allows teachers to exchange opinions and creates healthy competition between teachers because scenarios can be rated and the number of downloads is recorded. As of today, teachers have created almost 50,000 lesson electronic scenarios. Interactive blackboards – 84-inch touch screens – can be used to make lessons more interesting. School students can draw on it, move elements from one place to another, paint various areas, and so on with a stylus or their fingers. Today’s children are used to electronic devices, so they like working that way. For example, in history lessons, students use the blackboard to enjoy drawing trade routes or circle areas where certain tribes lived. Some subjects, such as geometry, actually look better with 3D images. Thanks to internet access, teachers can quickly pull up information such as laws, articles, videos, and many other things on the interactive blackboard.

Moscow schools also use online school performance and attendance records as well as the “Attendance and Food” system, in which parents can see children’s marks and their education in general: what topics were covered and what homework is due. The system allows parents to monitor their child’s arrival and departure from school and what they had for lunch.

Video analytics

Moscow is one of the world’s top ten cities in the number of CCTV cameras. There are over 146,000 cameras installed in entrance halls, courtyards, public places, and educational institutions. Recordings are used to solve 70 percent of violations and crimes. The cameras also help monitor utility services.

Recordings are kept at the united data storage and process center. In case of an emergency, it is possible to book the archived information from the necessary camera for 30 days by calling 8 (495) 587-0002. The application number received from the operator must be given to law enforcement or legal counsel. If not booked, the archived information is kept for five days.

World recognition

It is fair to call Moscow a smart city, and this title is recognized by the global community. Last July, PricewaterhouseCoopers included Moscow in the top five megalopolises that are ready for innovation. Last June, the Russian capital won the WeGO award. Moscow received special mention in the category of e-government services, and last February, Intelligent Community Forum ranked Moscow among the top seven finalists in the most intelligent city contest.

Industrial design

A special style has been developed for the design of structures used in the new signage system. Materials were selected to minimize vandalism and that do not require painting to maintain their appearance. The exterior design was inspired by Moscow architecture.

How was the Moscow smart city strategy development?

The development of a single transport navigation signage system began in 2013 and was ready within a year. The pilot project was launched in the metro: information signs with pedestrian maps and exit numbers appeared at five stations. At the same time, maps for system accessibility appeared at the bike-share stations.

The first bus stop with the new signage was completed in Moscow in 2015. Signage with city maps for pedestrians also began appearing at that time.

The new navigation system began to be used on a wide scale in 2016. Information for the passengers is placed in the metro and at the stops as well as on pedestrian streets.

Over the past 7 years, the number of tourists has increased by 65 percent, from 12.8 million to 21 million people. City revenues from tourism, festivals, and cultural events have soared by 70 percent. A new navigation system has been introduced for the convenience of city residents and tourists: signs and markers are currently available in eight administrative areas as well as at every bus stop

Social care and assistance

Social-sector funding has almost doubled in 2011. In 2018, 430 billion roubles were allocated for social care and assistance projects. Apart from cash payments, the city implements other projects that make life easier. For example, 85 percent of buses, trolleybuses, and trams are adapted for people with disabilities, and to add to this the Exciting Activities for Senior Citizens project has been launched.

Since 2013, the city has planted over 90,000 trees and 1.9 million shrubs under the One Million Trees project. The air is becoming cleaner: Nitrogen oxide and carbon oxide emissions are down 20 and 30 percent, respectively, and those of tiny particles have decreased by an average of ten percent. And tap water no longer reeks of chlorine.

Parks and green zones

550 parks, since 2011, the city has improved 550 parks and green territories, including the creation of 259 new parks. In 2017, 113 green zones were improved. There are plans to still improve 84 parks before the year is out. Trees and shrubs cover 49 percent of the city’s area.

Construction

The city no longer implements high-density (infill) construction projects, and the construction of properties with an area of 21.2 million square meters has been canceled. New hospitals, schools and kindergartens, transport interchanges, and metro stations appear each year.

Science and innovations. Moscow smart city strategy

The city has established 33 technology parks accommodating thousands of small and medium-sized innovative companies. 39 industrial complexes prioritizing innovation development have been registered. 12 technology parks for children are being developed at local universities, offering classes for school children.

The number of weekend markets has increased ten-fold. Since early 2018, there are 102 marketplaces. Over 4,000 illegal trading facilities have been dismantled during the past five years, a standard system for siting kiosks has been drafted, and a 96.6-percent outlet-accessibility coefficient is now posted.

Since 2011, the city has improved 550 parks and green territories, including the creation of 259 new parks. In 2017, 113 green zones were improved. There are plans to still improve 84 parks before the year is out. Trees and shrubs cover 49 percent of the city’s area.

Since 2011, the city has opened over 90 new sports facilities, and the number of city residents preferring a healthy lifestyle has doubled. During the summer of 2018, Moscow hosted the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Luzhniki Stadium was renovated in the run-up to the event, and home stadiums for Spartak and CSKA were also built.

In the past few years, Moscow built 42 new cultural facilities and restored over 1,000 architectural landmarks, including the Arch of Triumph on Kutuzovsky Prospekt, the Pashkov House, the Gnessin School of Music, the Izvestia building, Helikon Opera, and many others as well.

Moscow city governed Moscow city is governed by a system of local government that consists of a Mayor, a City Duma (legislative body), and various executive bodies. The current Mayor of Moscow is Sergey Sobyanin, who has been in office since 2010. The City Duma is made up of 45 deputies who are elected for a term of five years. The executive bodies of Moscow city government are responsible for implementing policies and programs as directed by the Mayor and the City Duma. These bodies include the Moscow City Government, which is headed by the Mayor, and various departments responsible for areas such as transportation, education, and healthcare.

Building and courtyard Moscow smart city strategy

By 2015, the city renovated 105,900 residential building entrances and sections and replaced 29,500 lifts in apartment houses. In all, 21,875 courtyards were improved in 2011-2016. Parking space volumes tripled, and 17,353 new playgrounds and 4,487 sports facilities were installed

City projects

Moscow pioneered the development of key city-life aspects . Other Russian cities utilize the capital’s experience in implementing city-level projects to create a people-friendly urban environment, to modernize the transport sector, and implement IT projects at local schools

Route connectivity

The system is intended for the metro, surface transport, pedestrian spaces, the city’s bike-share network, and transit hubs, and it facilitates orientation along the way on the ground and underground. Each component is designed for a specific place, where it helps plan a route.

City maps for pedestrians have appeared in Moscow for the first time. All of them are designed with due account of the person’s location. It is marked “You are here.” The maps are oriented so that everything on the right is also to the right of the person looking at the map. Those accustomed to cardinal directions for orientation will see an arrow pointing to the north. The maps have circles indicating a five-minute walk from their location.

Metro Exits

Metro exits are now numbered clockwise. This helps people find the right direction. Major interchange hubs comprising several stations (Okhotny Ryad — Teatralnaya — Ploshchad Revolyutsii) have consecutive numbering. In addition, exits adapted for passengers with impaired mobility are marked with ramp and lift icons.

City landmarks that help orient visitors are marked with images and icons. This helps people identify them quicker and find the desired direction. Landmarks are indicated in the navigation system and serve as additional reference points.

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