smart car

noun

Meaning

A vehicle equipped with advanced technology, such as internet connectivity, automated driver-assistance systems, or artificial intelligence, that allows it to communicate with other devices and optimize its performance.

Examples

  • The new smart car automatically updates its navigation software over the air while parked in the garage.
  • Many modern commuters prefer a smart car because it can alert them to traffic accidents before they even appear on the horizon.

Synonyms: connected car, autonomous vehicle, intelligent vehicle, self-driving car