Amid the controversy surrounding touchscreens in cars and the distractions they generate on the road, manufacturers may have found a solution: voice assistants. Although until now they were just a simple aid, the arrival of generative AI could make them the only tool we need behind the wheel.
One brand that has decided to be one of the first to take the step towards this technology is Volkswagen with its new online voice assistant IDA, which has been updated to support AI language models, the most famous of which is ChatGPT
While this isn’t the first time we’ve seen ChatGPT in cars, it’s the largest automaker to opt for the OpenAI project so far, and one that has the potential to reach more drivers. Volkswagen has chosen to partner with Cerence, a global leader in automotive AI solutions, and its Cerence Chat Pro for connectivity with ChatGPT and other language models, which are activated based on the driver’s query.
The big advantage of ChatGPT over other assistants such as Google Assistant lies in the use of natural language
ChatGPT in Volkswagen cars is controlled by voice and without taking your eyes off the road, which will probably make it more popular than other solutions. Its functions are added to those of the IDA assistant, which is already able to control the. infotainment, navigation and climate control simply using your voice
The new version of the IDA voice assistant with ChatGPT is available first on all models of the ID electric vehicle range; in addition, it can also be used in the new Golf, the new Tiguan and the new Passat.
