Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ghost-car

noun

/ɡoʊst kɑr/

Definition

A car that appears to be driving itself, often used in discussions about automated vehicles.

Examples

The ‘ghost-car’ feature in new models allows the vehicle to park itself.
Some consumers are excited about the potential of owning a ‘ghost-car’ that can drive them safely home after a night out.
During the demonstration, the ‘ghost-car’ navigated through the traffic with ease.

Meaning

The term ‘ghost-car’ refers to a vehicle that may be operating autonomously, meaning it has no driver present or is controlled by automation features.