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May 2025 | Source: News-Medical
In today’s technology market, human-centred design is a prominent topic with even more emphasis on technology that improves user experience. In relation to automotive, these human-centred design approaches have led to developing innovative technology, such as gesture recognition technology. With gesture recognition, drivers can control their vehicle through simple hand gestures, fundamentally shifting the interaction between the driver and any number of systems within the vehicle. Gesture recognition aims to make in-car systems easier to understand but also aims to improve safety in the vehicle by reducing distractions.[1] In the following article, we will review the origins of gesture recognition technology in the automotive industry and describe how it is evolving automotive interfaces to increase the ease of use, efficiency, and safety for the driver and road user alike.
Gesture recognition technology describes the use of sensors and artificial intelligence algorithms to convert the motions of the human hand or body into input commands. It provides for control and interaction with a machine without any physical contact with the device and translates movements of the body into digital commands. Gesture recognition is a popular new method of device control, in which hand or body movements control the navigation or volume of a device, for example.[2] This type of interaction is increasingly used in automotive technology systems driven by Data Collection and AI in cars.[2]
Topic | Details |
Car Manufacturers Using It | BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen |
Integration Areas | – Infotainment – Climate control – Navigation |
Key Benefits: | – Driver Safety – Hands-free will help the driver’s attention is on the road. – Improved Interaction – Easier to control multiple functions with a hand gesture. |
Key Applications:
| – Navigation – A gesture will zoom in or out on the map – Volume Control – Swipe to change sound levels – Answer Calls – A hand gesture will accept or reject a call. |
Better User Experience
Better Safety
Customization
The system builds up over time to dial into driving habits through Data Collection.
Ease of Use
Accuracy Problems
Privacy Challenges
Driver Fatigue
Cost and Implementation
Interaction & Modes of Control
Incorporating gesture recognition with voice, eye-tracking, and haptic feedback, results in seamless and integrated user experience.
Example: Multi-modal control is adaptive and allows reference to several input control modalities (voice, touchscreen, and gesture, e.g., swipe) for control which can be seen in BMW’s iDrive system and Mercedes-Benz MBUX.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence allows gesture systems to auto-critique their recognition ability to individual driver behaviours which increases the accuracy of recognition.
Example: Audi’s MMI Touch Response system adapts continuously to the preferences of the individual.
Augmented Reality (AR)
Gesture controls are used in conjunction with AR for real-time information, displayed on the windshield, to further enhance situational awareness.
Example: Porsche’s AR Navigation will project turn-by-turn navigation on the windshield, as well, it can be manipulated by gesture.
Deep Personalization
AI will track driver behaviours and make changes to car settings automatically for a truly customized experience.[5]
Example: BMW’s Gesture Control will automatically implement some driving preferences (seats, temperature, and RGB lighting).
Gesture recognition technology is changing the way drivers interact with their cars and making for a more intuitive, efficient, and safer driving experience aligned with human-centred tech and automotive innovation. Gesture systems, by allowing drivers to control the car hands-free, reduce distractions and allow the full focus of the attention to be on the roadway ahead. Although issues such as accuracy and privacy concerns still require addressing, the future of this technology holds great promise. Gesture recognition will continue to advance and reshape the future transportation sector through intelligent car interface design in smart vehicles, providing drivers additional personalization and adaptive in-car experiences around the world supported by AI in cars and Data Collection. As this technology advances, staying informed is key. For the latest updates and insights into the world of tech innovation, visit Statswork and explore how cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of transportation.
