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The first car is invented
Austrian Karl Benz invented the first true automobile in 1886 It was powered by an internal combustion engine and had three wheels. Any previous attempts to invent cars used steam power which did not work out. -
Electric ignition starters
Electric ignition starters were invented to replace manual hand cranks and to start the engine with a button instead. Hand cranks were dangerous because the engine could jump as the car started, occasionally injuring the driver. The first electric starter was used on a Cadillac in 1912 and they were soon widely adopted. -
First radio
The first car stereo was created in 1930 in monophonic AM frequency. For the first time, driving could be set to music, though it would be another 22 years before the first radio capable of receiving FM frequency was added to a car, in 1952. -
Car Keys
Chrysler invented technology to start both the electric starter and the ignition. It placed this power inside a key and soon everyone was using one. -
Air Conditioning
The Chrysler Imperial was the first production car to have Air conditioning as an option. The following year, the Nash “Integrated” system offered front end heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, making driving a much more pleasurable experience in the summer. -
Electric Windows
Electric windows were originally only available on luxury models, and it was usually an optional extra on most cars until quite recently. But eventually winding down your car windows became a thing of the past. -
Reversing Camera
This technology has prevented many reversing accidents. Little cameras stream live footage of the area behind the car as you reverse. -
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a form of wireless technology that enables one electronic device to connect with another, and automakers have taken full advantage of this connectivity, allowing drivers to make phone calls, receive alerts from mapping applications like Google Maps, and even send text messages by voice. -
Driver Assist Features
Dozens of automatic technology features have been developed to assist the driver. Common examples include, lane departure warnings, blind spot warnings, cross traffic alerts and headlamp high beam control. -
Self-Driving Cars
Autopilot is an advanced driver assistance system that enhances safety and convenience behind the wheel. When used properly, Autopilot reduces your overall workload as a driver.