A new car-sharing initiative by Kia is testing a hands-off approach to urban mobility, where vehicles can be remotely driven to and from users without requiring them to physically operate the car. The trial aims to eliminate the stress of parking by allowing drivers to drop off vehicles in designated spots without maneuvering, potentially revolutionizing how people access shared transportation in busy cities. Participants can summon a car to their location and leave it at a pre-set parking zone, streamlining the process of borrowing and returning vehicles. The system integrates technology to handle the driving, suggesting a future where shared mobility becomes even more convenient and less labor-intensive.


Kia's remotely-operated car-sharing trial takes the pain out of parking  TechRadar