Amsterdam is best known for its picturesque waterways – 165 canals interlace the city centre, spanning 60 miles. Now, they're set to be home to a €25 million project as the city looks to launch the world’s first fleet of autonomous boats in a move that’s part-Uber, part-civic novelty.

Mercedes me is connecting drivers to their cars, no matter where they are. With the ability to control various functions by simply speaking and park remotely using an app, it’s easing people into the concept of a fully connected vehicle. Could this shift the market towards a self-driving future?

Shanghai’s severe car park shortages mean drivers are finding it difficult to get around with their vehicles. Consequently, councils and local communities are turning to the internet of things to relieve these pressure points for drivers and improve mobility efficiency in congested areas.

Brexit, ‘dieselgate’ and ride-sharing apps like Uber have all contributed to a slump in new-car sales. However, despite the anti-car pressures, 2.5 million new cars were still sold in the UK last year. So how are people buying them and who are those people?