Can Gamification Make You a Better Driver?

It's almost kind of funny: As driving video games become more and more like real cars, real cars are becoming more and more like driving video games.

Of course, just about everything from our nightlife (Foursquare) to our fitness routine (Nike FuelBand, Fitbit Aria) is getting a nice gaming layer molded on top of it these days. And while car companies have already tip-toed into the gamification trend, the introduction of new all-electric vehicles is going to kick that trend into high gear.

First, some background. Humans like to win. Cash prizes are best, but virtual (monetarily worthless) badges and achievements will do in a pinch. We're addicts, and we'll take anything that can stim…
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