A 2026 survey of 2,000 U.S. drivers reveals that connected vehicle services have become mainstream, with 54% actively using at least one service and 72% expecting their next car to have smartphone-like features. Over half of respondents say connected features influence their vehicle purchase decisions, highlighting the growing importance of connectivity in cars. Younger drivers lead adoption, and safety and convenience features are highly valued. However, data privacy concerns persist, with only 14% fully understanding data collection by their vehicles.
Connected vehicle services and smartphone-like car features are the focus of a 2026 U.S. driver survey. For readers following the Consumer Cyclical sector, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 13, 2026 19:42 WIB: out of 126 stocks, 94 rose and 26 fell. Notable movers include NEGG at USD 11.57 with 100% buy orders, SFIX at USD 2.75 with 100% sell orders, and QS at USD 4.20 with 100% buy orders.
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