All the car tech we can't wait to see at CES 2017

January 01, 2017

All the car tech we can't wait to see at CES 2017

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Automakers will once again be making a big splash at CES this year.

Companies like Ford, Mercedes, BMW, and more are all planning to show off new automotive tech ranging from self-driving systems and electric cars to new user interfaces inside the vehicles.

In total, some nine automotive manufacturers, 11 tier-one auto suppliers and more than 300 vehicle tech-related exhibitors will be in attendance at the massive tech conference.

Here's a breakdown of the car tech we can't wait to see at CES 2017:

Ford plans to debut its new autonomous test vehicle.

Ford announced in late December that it would debut its next-generation Fusion hybrid autonomous vehicle at CES.

The new vehicle, which will be used in Ford's test fleet, will feature more processing power and new hardware, including improved lidar sensors with a sleek design that makes them less obvious.

Ford also plans to share what's next for SYNC, the company's infotainment system.

BMW plans to show off its new HoloActive Touch system.

BMW plans to debut a new user interface concept for the interior of the car called the HoloActive Touch system at the show.

The system is a virtual "free floating" display that's controlled via finger gestures, not a touchscreen.

Mercedes will have its all-electric SUV called the EQ on display.

Mercedes first unveiled its Concept EQ at the Paris Motor Show in September. The company plans to launch a production version of the vehicle in 2019, but Mercedes claims the concept is a "close-to-production vehicle."

The EQ features a range of 310 miles per charge and a large 24-inch display that sprawls across the dashboard.

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