One of the highlights was Intel’s announcement of a collaboration with Warner Bros. to create immersive experiences for driverless cars. “The rise of the [autonomous vehicle] industry will create one of the greatest expansions of consumer time available for entertainment we’ve seen in a long time,” wrote Intel CEO Brian Krzanich in an editorial posted in the Intel Newsroom.
Another intriguing announcement, with compelling implications for autonomous vehicles, was Care by Volvo, a new subscription-based alternative to buying or leasing a vehicle. The subscription starts at $600 a month for a two-year contract and includes “everything but gas.” The car, Volvo’s new XC40 compact SUV, insurance, maintenance, and a concierge service are all included.
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