Fostering Collaborative and Social Car Configuration Experience in the Automotive Industry with AIM
As the digital landscape evolves, customer experiences are shifting from isolated interactions to dynamic, collaborative journeys.
AIM, the Automotive Immersive Module by Journee, enhances the traditionally solitary process of car configuration by transforming it into a social, shareable experience. Through real-time interaction, automotive brands can now involve friends, family, and even dealerships in the configuration process. This shift allows for shared decision-making, increasing customer confidence, engagement, and ultimately, conversion rates.
How AIM Transforms Car Configuring into an Interactive Social and Collaborative Experience
AIM revolutionizes the traditional automotive configurator by enabling collaborative exploration and interaction as part of its Connect pillar. Whether customers are sharing their configuration process with loved ones or interacting with brand representatives, AIM’s Connect features provide a platform for real-time, social engagement during the vehicle customization journey. It’s no longer a solitary task; it becomes a fun and interactive experience. Powered by Journee’s AI cloud streaming technology, JourneeX, AIM ensures seamless, high-quality social interactions without the need for downloads or expensive hardware.
Key Features of AIM in the Connect Solution
Collaborative Car Configuration
Customers can invite others—family, friends, or even whole crowds—into the vehicle customization process. This shared experience allows for real-time customization and feedback, helping to make decisions with greater confidence, increasing emotional connection with the vehicle.Real-Time Communication
AIM provides real-time text, voice, or video chat, allowing for instant discussion while configuring the vehicle together. Whether consulting with family or a dealership, this interactive dialogue increases customer satisfaction and conversion.Dealership Integration
Dealers can join the customization process, providing expert guidance on configuration choices and additional services such as aftercare and maintenance. This ensures customers get the information they need, boosting the likelihood of conversion.AI-enabled Brand ambassador
AIM integrates with AI-powered avatars that provide real-time assistance. These avatars offer guidance, answer questions, and suggest customizations based on customer preferences, ensuring a personalized and efficient experience.Shareable Social Media Content
AIM allows customers to easily share their car configurations on social platforms. Whether it’s a video of their configured car or an image gallery shared on Facebook, this amplifies organic social engagement and provides valuable social proof.Enterprise and Fleet Management Collaboration
AIM facilitates large-scale collaborations, particularly for businesses and fleet managers. Brands can present a range of vehicle options, offer product training, and make company-wide decisions with ease.
Use Cases
Family Car Buying Decisions
Families can collaborate on car configuration, building confidence and ensuring that everyone’s preferences are considered. This makes car-buying a more collaborative and emotional experience.Peer Collaboration for High-Value Purchases
Customers buying luxury vehicles can invite trusted advisors or partners to help make informed decisions, increasing social proof and likelihood of purchase.Dealership Consultations
Customers can involve dealerships directly in the process for expert advice on configurations and additional services, increasing conversion rates and satisfaction.PR Events with Influencers
Brands can host live PR events where influencers or celebrities configure cars in real-time, creating interactive, shareable moments that amplify brand visibility.
Powered by JourneeX: Core Technology of AIM
AIM leverages JourneeX’s industry-leading AI Cloud Streaming technology to deliver premium, high-quality experiences across all devices with 60 frames per second and under 80ms latency for a truly seamless interaction. Visitors experience dynamic, immersive visuals without any lag, ensuring smooth access across corporate or personal networks. JourneeX also supports responsive design, meaning AIM can be accessed from desktops, tablets, smartphones, Apple Vision Pro, and even within in-app social media platforms without any compromise on quality.
Moreover, JourneeX’s GDPR-compliant framework ensures data privacy and security for every customer, while visitor insights and analytics provide automotive brands with a comprehensive understanding of customer behavior. Due to its browser-based nature, AIM can be easily incorporated into existing websites or be fully integrated into brands' ecosystems, allowing seamless social media sharing and iFrame compatibility.
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Conclusion
The Connect solution within AIM transforms traditional car configurators from solitary experiences into interactive, social journeys. By incorporating real-time communication, dealership integration, and seamless social media sharing, AIM boosts customer confidence, engagement, and conversion rates.
Discover how AIM can enhance the automotive customer experience here. Additionally, explore AIM’s Discover and Reward solutions, which further elevate the car configurator experience by driving immersive exploration and fostering customer loyalty.