18-to-24-Year-Olds Embrace Tech-Savvy Automobiles

11/15/2013

Almost one in two 18-to-24-year-olds (46%) and 52% of 25-to-34-year-olds say they love new auto technology but say these enhancements seem too expensive, according to GfK MRI.

Six in 10 of those ages 18-24 (61%) and 70% of 25-to-34-year-olds are “especially interested” in auto technology. They express the most interest in visual warning of nearby emergency vehicle activity, seats that automatically set to a driver’s preferred position, and spill-proof car devices.

Nearly half of those ages 18-24 (44%) and one in three of those ages 25-34 (38%) say small cars or midsize sedans are their first choice for an intended vehicle purchase.

SOURCE: GfK MRI, Jeff Campana, SVP, Automotive, One Park Plz., #750, Irvine, CA 92614; 949-255-0170; jeff.campana@gfk.com; www.gfk.com/us.

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