As the automotive industry continues to shift towards a more autonomous future, a heated debate is emerging between two competing visions for the next generation of vehicles: Self-Driving Vehicles (SDVs) and AI-defined vehicles. While SDVs rely on complex systems of sensors and cameras to navigate roads, AI-defined vehicles take a more radical approach, using artificial intelligence to redefine the very notion of what a car is. Meanwhile, a record number of new-car buyers are turning to financing options, with many opting for longer loan terms and higher monthly payments. In this article, Jake Neher explores the implications of these trends and how they may shape the future of transportation.


SDVs vs. AI-defined vehicles | Record highs in new-car financing (Jake Neher) ...