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Mercedes-Benz Unveils 'Intelligent Thinking' GLC EQ, Bringing Sentient Cars Closer to Reality

The new GLC EQ from Mercedes-Benz is more than just a car – it's an intelligent thinking machine. This development brings us one step closer to the sentient cars of science fiction.

This is a presentation and here we can see vehicles on the road and we can see some text written.
This is a presentation and here we can see vehicles on the road and we can see some text written.

Mercedes-Benz Unveils 'Intelligent Thinking' GLC EQ, Bringing Sentient Cars Closer to Reality

Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius has hailed the new GLC EQ as 'an intelligent thinking machine', marking a significant step towards the sentient cars once seen in science fiction. This development echoes the iconic 1980s TV show 'Knight Rider', which featured a sentient car, KITT, driven by David Hasselhoff's character. Now, automotive experts predict that fully autonomous, AI-driven vehicles could become a reality in the mid-2020s to early 2030s.

The evolution of car technology has been rapid. Smarter software, increased computer power, and artificial intelligence are enabling vehicles to learn and adapt to their drivers. This could lead to a unique relationship between humans and their cars, potentially bordering on friendship.

Looking back, the concept of a sentient car was first popularised in the 1982 TV series 'Knight Rider'. However, the technology to create such a vehicle did not exist at the time. Today, companies like Mercedes-Benz are at the forefront of developing this futuristic technology. The new GLC EQ, according to Källenius, is a testament to this progress.

The future of driving is set to change dramatically. As cars become more intelligent, they could transform from mere machines into companions on the road. While fully autonomous, AI-driven vehicles are still some years away, the progress made so far is promising. The new GLC EQ from Mercedes-Benz is a clear sign that the once-fictional sentient car is edging closer to reality.

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