When it comes to next generation AI-Powered electric cars, Tesla is currently the king of the market, shortly followed by other companies such as Google. But now, a new company has entered the race. Honda shared an image to its website of an AI-powered electric car that is also capable of “generating its own emotions”.
The Japanese automaker will unveil the experimental vehicle early next year at CES in Las Vegas, where attendees will have an opportunity to get a hands-on demo with the technology. Called NeuV, the car will be automated and specifically designed for commuters.
“Honda will feature interactive and immersive experiences designed to showcase a future technology path toward a redefined mobility experience. From reducing traffic congestion to creating new modes of in-car connectivity, visitors will have an opportunity to explore and demo technologies with the potential to make people’s lives better. The exhibit will include the NeuV, a concept automated EV commuter vehicle equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) called ‘emotion engine’ that creates new possibilities for human interaction and new value for customers.”
-Honda Corporate
The emotion engine is a set of AI technologies developed by cocoro SB Corp., which enable machines to artificially generate their own emotions. What that means is still open to interpretation. Perhaps we’re seeing the first generation of Westworld Hosts?
The January 5, 2017 Honda press conference at CES will feature a keynote address from Yoshiyuki Matsumoto, President & CEO of Honda R&D Co., Ltd, who will also unveil a concept motorcycle demonstrating an application of the company’s robotics technology.
Source: Honda Press
