Design of Automotive HMI: New Challenges in Enhancing User Experience, Safety, and Security

Human–Machine Interfaces (HMIs) in traditional automobiles are essential in connecting drivers, passengers, and vehicle systems. In automated vehicles, the HMI has become a critical component. A well-designed HMI facilitates effective human oversight, enhances situational awareness, and mitigates ri...

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Main Authors: Iwona Grobelna, David Mailland, Mikołaj Horwat
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-05-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/10/5572
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description Human–Machine Interfaces (HMIs) in traditional automobiles are essential in connecting drivers, passengers, and vehicle systems. In automated vehicles, the HMI has become a critical component. A well-designed HMI facilitates effective human oversight, enhances situational awareness, and mitigates risks associated with system failures or unexpected scenarios. Simultaneously, it serves as a crucial safeguard against cyber threats, preventing unauthorized access and ensuring the integrity of vehicular operations in increasingly connected environments. This narrative review delves into the evolving landscape of automotive HMI design, emphasizing its role in enhancing user experience (UX) and safety. By exploring usability challenges, technological advancements, and the integration of rapidly evolving technologies such as AI (Artificial Intelligence), AR (Augmented Reality), and gesture-based controls, this study highlights how effective HMIs minimize cognitive load while maintaining functionality. Significant attention is given to the new challenges that arise from technological advancements in terms of security and safety.
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spelling doaj-art-cf22bc309cd2402494225a93bfe9013f2025-08-20T03:47:53ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172025-05-011510557210.3390/app15105572Design of Automotive HMI: New Challenges in Enhancing User Experience, Safety, and SecurityIwona Grobelna0David Mailland1Mikołaj Horwat2Institute of Automatic Control, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, University of Zielona Góra, 65-516 Zielona Góra, PolandIndependent Researcher, 31000 Toulouse, FranceFaculty of Engineering and Technical Sciences, University of Zielona Góra, 65-516 Zielona Góra, PolandHuman–Machine Interfaces (HMIs) in traditional automobiles are essential in connecting drivers, passengers, and vehicle systems. In automated vehicles, the HMI has become a critical component. A well-designed HMI facilitates effective human oversight, enhances situational awareness, and mitigates risks associated with system failures or unexpected scenarios. Simultaneously, it serves as a crucial safeguard against cyber threats, preventing unauthorized access and ensuring the integrity of vehicular operations in increasingly connected environments. This narrative review delves into the evolving landscape of automotive HMI design, emphasizing its role in enhancing user experience (UX) and safety. By exploring usability challenges, technological advancements, and the integration of rapidly evolving technologies such as AI (Artificial Intelligence), AR (Augmented Reality), and gesture-based controls, this study highlights how effective HMIs minimize cognitive load while maintaining functionality. Significant attention is given to the new challenges that arise from technological advancements in terms of security and safety.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/10/5572automotive human–machine interfacesautomotive interfacesautomotive designvehicle safetyuser experience
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automotive interfaces
automotive design
vehicle safety
user experience
title Design of Automotive HMI: New Challenges in Enhancing User Experience, Safety, and Security
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automotive interfaces
automotive design
vehicle safety
user experience
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