Abstract: Methods and systems for automatically opening the tailgate of a vehicle without any interaction with a smartkey or the vehicle itself are provided. The tailgate can be opened automatically by utilizing location data of the vehicle and remote key or smartkey proximity to the vehicle, in tandem with location data and mobile payment information of a user's mobile device. Instead of having to manually open the tailgate, place a foot under the tailgate, press a button on a remote key fob, or press a trunk-release button on the tailgate or key fob, the tailgate can automatically open as the user approaches the vehicle.

Abstract: Methods and systems for providing Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) warnings and/or other types of information to an occupant of a motor vehicle are provided. Warning lights can be provided around the perimeter of a shape that represents the perimeter of the vehicle from a top-view perspective. Lights around the shape can be lit to convey a sense of the area of danger and/or the direction from which danger is approaching.

Abstract: An electric vehicle (EV) can include a VIC in operable communication with the EV main computer and the EV infotainment system. The VIC can include a processor, a memory in operable communication with the processor, and a computer-readable medium in operable communication with the processor and having software, such as a hypervisor, stored thereon. The VIC can be configured to have internet connectivity.

Abstract: An electric vehicle (EV) can include a VIC in operable communication with the EV main computer and the EV infotainment system. The VIC can include a processor, a memory in operable communication with the processor, and a computer-readable medium in operable communication with the processor and having software, such as a hypervisor, stored thereon. The VIC can be configured to have internet connectivity.