Still seen as something more suited to a sci-fi film, driverless cars have yet to be embraced by the general public. Halo, an autonomous vehicle company, is looking to change that – building trust with the launch of a driverless car-hailing service and easing people into the innovation.

Nuro, an AI electric delivery vehicle, is set to hit the roads in the US, starting with Texas, California, and Arizona. Following a funding round, the delivery start-up is valued at $5 billion, showing how a demand for fast deliveries is fuelling a need for clean solutions to city congestion.

Electric vehicles have gone from being slow and boring to packed with geeky features thanks to Tesla's constant innovation in the car industry. But in Europe, the Renault Zoe has topped best-selling lists thanks to its affordability, accessibility, and functional nature.

With COVID-19 creating concerns around using public transport, people are taking comfort in the safety offered by their cars. Offering a reliable way not just to travel, but also to socialize, relax, explore, and take part in fun activities, the car’s role in everyday life is changing.