Alibaba Group Unveils Smart 'Internet-Connected Car'

Alibaba Group on Thursday launched a first-of-its-kind "Internet-connected car" that can be scaled up for mass production in the near future.

The YunOS-enabled car named "OS'Car RX5" has been developed in collaboration with SAIC Motor Corporation.

The car has advanced fuel technology, more powerful accelerator, lower oil consumption and have a shorter braking distance.

The car is able to take direct commands through smart voice control, creating a more natural and safer driving environment. Audio is the primary mode for controlling the system.
Equipped with up to four detachable action cameras, it enables video recordings of the journey and 360-degree in-car selfies.

The selfies can be shared instantly with friends via the connected smartphone.
As the first car with an "Internet ID", the car can recognise the driver through connected smartphones or smartwatches. It also enables personalised Internet services such as greetings, preferred music and destinations.

The car is currently available for sale for (Chinese Yuan Renminbi) CNY 99,800 - CNY 186,800 (Rs. 10,07,240 - Rs. 18,85,295).