Before buying a new car, try driving it at home, know how VR test drive works. It is very important to take a test drive before buying a new car. But traffic, time and the hassle of going to the showroom bother many people. Now a wonderful solution to this problem has come – Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR).

Now you can take a test drive of a new car sitting at home on your mobile or VR headset, as if you are driving a real car.

How does test drive work with VR-AR?

Many big car companies are now introducing VR technology. By wearing a VR headset or sitting inside the vehicle on the mobile app, you can:

• can start the car and drive
• Can drive on different roads, traffic and weather
• Can see the seat, space, dashboard and features clearly
• Can feel the sound, acceleration and braking of the car
• This experience is so real that many people take a decision even before going to the showroom.

Increasing use of AR/VR in India
AR and VR technology is becoming increasingly popular in India. Companies like Mahindra, Tata Motors, Hyundai and Mercedes are providing VR showrooms and virtual test drive facilities.

Customers can compare multiple cars in 10-15 minutes sitting at home.

AR trials are also going on for clothes – you can see how you feel by wearing the clothes with the mobile camera.

Benefits of VR-AR Test Drive

1. Time Saving: No need to visit showroom.
2. Comfort: Test drive in the comfort of home with no pressure.
3. Accurate decision: The feel, space and features inside the vehicle are clearly understood.
4. Decision with family: The whole family can see and trial the car sitting at home.
5. No pressure: There is no pressure from the salesman.

What will happen in future?

Experts believe that in the coming 2-3 years, most car companies will make VR test drives mandatory. Especially people living in small towns and villages, where there are no big showrooms, will benefit the most from this.

VR and AR technology is changing the entire car buying experience. Now you do not need to face heat, rain or traffic problems. You can take a test drive of many cars sitting at home and make the right decision without any pressure. If you are thinking of buying a new car, then definitely check the option of VR test drive on the app or website of your favorite company.