Volvo, BMW and Mercedes-Benz (IAA concept pictured above) are all currently trialling systems that see cars interact with one another and their surroundings via NFC chips and built-in SIM cards, with many unleashing 'talkative' models early next year. The idea is that the next-gen car will be able to see obstructions and potential hazards way before any human can.
For example, if a car is broken down on a hazardous bend, it can send out a distress signal to a central server, which then warns other cars in the vicinity. The system, which has been dubbed Car-to-X, works best when the majority of cars and roadside infrastructure features a generic, compatible technology. Thankfully, most manufacturers are working with the European Car 2 CarConsortium to come up with a cloud-based system that works for everyone.
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