Vehicle function control method and vehicle function control system

Abstract

The vehicle function control system (1) uses a processor (10) to control the functions installed in the vehicle (2). After the purchase of the vehicle (2), additional functions are installed in the vehicle (2) according to instructions from the user. Before initializing the vehicle (2) with additional functions, the system receives input to select the transfer target of the right to use the additional functions.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a vehicle function control method and a vehicle function control system. Background Technology

[0002] The vehicle adjustment system described in Patent Document 1 coordinates multiple requests generated from various applications in order to add applications and expand functions for vehicles.

[0003] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2022-162110 Summary of the Invention

[0004] However, the system described in the aforementioned Patent Document 1 has the following problem: when the memory storing the application is initialized, the functions of the added and extended applications will be lost, and the right to use the functions cannot be transferred.

[0005] The problem this invention aims to solve is to provide a vehicle function control method and a vehicle function control system that can transfer the right to use functions.

[0006] The present invention solves the above-mentioned problems by installing additional functions in the vehicle according to instructions from the user, and receiving input to select whether to reserve the additional functions for the vehicle when initializing multiple functions.

[0007] The effects of the invention

[0008] This invention enables the transfer of the right to use the function. Attached Figure Description

[0009] Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating the structure of the vehicle function control system according to this embodiment.

[0010] Figure 2 It means Figure 1 The image shown is a screenshot of the display screen on the vehicle.

[0011] Figure 3 It means Figure 1 The flowchart shown is a flow chart of the vehicle function control method executed by the vehicle function control system.

[0012] Figure 4 It means Figure 1 The diagram shows the display screen of the communication terminal.

[0013] Figure 5 It means Figure 1 The diagram shows the display screen of the communication terminal.

[0014] Figure 6 It means Figure 1 The diagram shows the display screen of the communication terminal. Detailed Implementation

[0015] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0016] Figure 1 The vehicle function control system 1 shown is a cloud system that controls the functions installed in vehicle 2. These functions include, for example, map applications that provide map-related information or provide route guidance, processed by a processor included in vehicle 2 or communication terminal 3; battery control applications that manage the vehicle's battery status; and applications that control in-vehicle equipment such as seat heaters or air conditioning. These functions provide users with assistance tools that provide information, support the operating environment of in-vehicle equipment, enhance entertainment, and assist with driving. While the vehicle possesses these functions as standard features when it leaves the factory, additional or expanded functions can be added upon user request.

[0017] When adding or expanding functions, the user operates the communication terminal 3, sending operation commands for adding or expanding functions to the vehicle function control system 1 from the communication terminal 3. Alternatively, when adding or expanding functions, the user can also operate the vehicle display 21 of the vehicle 2, sending operation commands for adding or expanding functions to the vehicle function control system 1 from the vehicle 2's communicator 23 or the communication terminal 3. The vehicle function control system 1 then sends control commands to the communication terminal 3 according to the operation commands, guiding the user to the addable or expandable functions applicable to the vehicle 2. A guide screen for the addable or expandable functions is displayed on the communication terminal 3. The user selects the desired addable or expandable function on the communication terminal 3. The vehicle function control system 1 then causes the vehicle 2 to download an application (software) containing the selected function. The vehicle function control system 1 activates the downloaded application. Thus, the desired addable or expandable function is newly installed in the vehicle 2 and becomes usable. The structures of the vehicle function control system 1, the vehicle 2, and the communication terminal 3 will be described below. In addition, in the following explanation, the features that you want to add or expand will also be referred to as "additional features".

[0018] The vehicle function control system 1 includes a processor 10 and a database 19. The vehicle function control system 1 can communicate with the vehicle 2 and the communication terminal 3 held by the user of the vehicle 2 via a network 4. The vehicle function control system 1 is equivalent to a server. The processor 10 is a controller that controls the entire vehicle function control system 1, and includes a processing unit such as a CPU and a memory storing programs. As functional modules, the processor 10 includes a vehicle management unit 11, a function control unit 12, a toll management unit 13, a customer management unit 14, and a usage status analysis unit 15. The processing in the functional modules such as the vehicle management unit 11 is executed by the processing unit executing the program stored in the memory.

[0019] Vehicle Management Department 11 manages Vehicle 2, the functions that can be installed on Vehicle 2, and the users. Vehicle 2 can be a private car, a government vehicle, or a vehicle with limited usage time. Users are not limited to individuals but can also be legal entities. Vehicle Management Department 11 manages user IDs, vehicle IDs, and functions that can be installed on the vehicle in a linked database. The user ID is the user's personal information, and the vehicle ID is the vehicle's identification information.

[0020] As information related to functions currently installed in vehicle 2 and functions purchased by the user, as well as function information (application information) related to additional functions, the vehicle management department 11 stores this information in database 19, associating it with the vehicle ID and user ID. The function information includes identification information (function ID) of the function that can be installed in the vehicle, the purchase date and time of the function, status information indicating whether the function is valid or invalid, the function's usage history up to this point, and the function's usable time, etc. However, the function information does not necessarily need to include all of this information.

[0021] The Vehicle Management Department 11 manages the ownership and the right to use the additional functions of Vehicle 2 separately. Ownership of Vehicle 2 refers to the so-called vehicle owner. Upon purchasing Vehicle 2, ownership is typically granted to the purchaser. For example, when transferring Vehicle 2 to another user, ownership is granted to the transferee. Additionally, in the case of exchanging Vehicle 2, ownership is granted to the person who sold or traded Vehicle 2. When exchanging or transferring Vehicle 2, the user operates the communication terminal 3, choosing either exchange or personal transfer as the method of disposal. If the Vehicle Management Department 11 receives a disposal method selection instruction from the communication terminal 3, it records it in the database 19, updates the data linking the vehicle ID and user ID, and transfers ownership of Vehicle 2.

[0022] Users with the right to use the additional function can decide where to install it. Upon purchasing the additional function, the right to use it is granted to the purchaser. The right to use the additional function can be transferred to other users or exchanged. When the right to use the additional function is transferred to another person, the right to use the function is transferred to that person. Therefore, the user who acquires the right to use the additional function can install it on their vehicle 2. Furthermore, upon exchanging the additional function, the right to use it is transferred to the management company that manages the right to use the function. Additionally, the right to use the additional function can also be granted to the vehicle. When a vehicle is transferred or exchanged, the additional function installed on vehicle 2 is usually removed from vehicle 2, but it can also be retained by vehicle 2. In this case, the right to use the additional function can also be transferred from the previous owner of vehicle 2 to the person who sold vehicle 2.

[0023] When a user exchanges or transfers vehicle 2, they operate communication terminal 3 to send an application for the disposal of vehicle 2 to vehicle function control system 1. If vehicle management department 11 receives the disposal application for vehicle 2 from communication terminal 3, it sends a control command to communication terminal 3 to display a selection screen showing the disposal method (exchange or personal transfer) on communication terminal 3. The control command may include information such as the current vehicle's mileage and the exchange price; communication terminal 3 may also display this information when displaying the disposal method selection screen. If vehicle management department 11 receives the disposal method selection command for vehicle 2 from communication terminal 3, it updates the data in database 19 that associates the vehicle ID with the user ID, thereby transferring ownership of vehicle 2.

[0024] Furthermore, when or after selecting a disposal method for vehicle 2, the vehicle management unit 11 sends a control command to the communication terminal 3 to display a selection screen for choosing the transfer target of the additional function's usage right on the communication terminal 3. The control command may include information such as the usage period, number of uses, and replacement price of the additional function, and the communication terminal 3 may also display this information when displaying the selection screen for the transfer target of the usage right. If the vehicle management unit 11 receives input from the communication terminal 3 indicating a selection of the transfer target of the additional function's usage right, it updates the data in the database 19 that associates the user ID with the function information, thereby transferring the usage right of the additional function. Furthermore, the ownership of vehicle 2 and the usage right of the additional function can be transferred separately. Therefore, for example, in the case of replacing vehicle 2, the usage right of the additional function installed on vehicle 2 can also be transferred from the vehicle owner to another user.

[0025] The function control unit 12 controls the functions that can be installed in vehicle 2. Functions that can be installed in vehicle 2 include those already downloaded to vehicle 2, functions purchased by the user even if not downloaded to vehicle 2, and newly added functions. Users can purchase applications online if they wish to add or expand functions. Furthermore, adding or expanding functions is not limited to paid services; it can also be done free of charge. When the function control unit 12 receives an instruction from the user or the system to install additional functions, it downloads the additional functions to vehicle 2 according to the instruction.

[0026] For example, if a user, as the owner of a vehicle, operates the communication terminal 3 to add a function to vehicle (private car) 2, the communication terminal 3 outputs a control command, including at least the user ID, to the vehicle function control system 1 to display a guide screen for the installable function. The function control unit 12, referring to database 19, determines the vehicle ID corresponding to the user ID and the function to be installed on vehicle 2. Based on the determined vehicle ID, the function control unit 12 determines the additional function that can be installed on vehicle 2 and sends data for guiding the determined additional function to the communication terminal 3. The communication terminal 3 displays a guide screen for the additional function determined by the function control unit 12. If the user operates the communication terminal 3 and selects the desired additional function, the communication terminal 3 sends a selection command to the vehicle function control system 1. Based on the selection command, the function control unit 12 downloads the additional function selected by the user to vehicle 2. Furthermore, after downloading the additional function to vehicle 2, the function control unit 12 performs processing to enable the additional function in order to set it to a state where the additional function is available on vehicle 2. Therefore, after the purchase of vehicle 2, the function control unit 12 installs additional functions on vehicle 2 according to instructions from the user.

[0027] The function control unit 12 can also disable (disable) additional functions installed in vehicle 2. When an additional function is installed in vehicle 2, removed from vehicle 2, enabled or disabled, or when a user purchases a new additional function, the function control unit 12 updates the function information stored in database 19. Therefore, the function control unit 12 can manage what functions a user with a registered user ID has purchased and which vehicle 2 the purchased functions are installed in.

[0028] The Fee Management Department 13 manages payments made by users when they purchase features. The Customer Management Department 14 manages customer information (user ID) in the database 19 by associating it with the vehicle ID of vehicle 2. The Usage Analysis Department 15 uses AI to analyze the usage status of vehicle 2 based on its driving data, etc.

[0029] Database 19 stores personal data representing user information such as user IDs, vehicle data including vehicle IDs, and functional data including usage history or functional information of functions performed by the user. Database 19 can also store and manage vehicle 2's driving data.

[0030] Vehicle 2 is connected to vehicle function control system 1 and communication terminal 3 via network 4. Vehicle 2 has processor 20, in-vehicle display 21, storage medium 22, communicator 23, and in-vehicle device 24. Processor 20 is a control unit that controls in-vehicle display 21, storage medium 22, communicator 23, and in-vehicle device 24. In-vehicle display 21 is a touchscreen display, for example, located on the vehicle's dashboard. In-vehicle display 21 displays a menu screen that prompts for the functions installed in vehicle 2. In the menu screen, in-vehicle display 21 displays icons representing the installed functions. For example, the icons represent call functions, music functions, map functions, etc. For example, when a user (occupant) makes a call using the in-vehicle phone or communication terminal 3, they only need to touch the icon displayed on the handset.

[0031] In addition, as an example of a menu screen, the vehicle display 21 can also display a selection screen for choosing the transfer target of the right to use additional functions. Figure 2 This is an example of a menu screen (selection screen) displayed on the in-vehicle display 21. Figure 2 In the example, this is the display screen when the right to use the additional function is transferred through a personal transfer. For example... Figure 2 As shown, the vehicle display 21 displays multiple icons 211 and a message 212, which guides the selection of the additional function to be transferred. Additionally, a checkbox is displayed in the upper right corner of each icon to select the function to be transferred. If the user (occupant) touches an icon 211, the checkbox is checked. Thus, the user can select the target for the transfer of the right to use the additional function, not only through the communication terminal 3, but also through the vehicle display 21 of the vehicle 2.

[0032] Storage medium 22 stores applications downloaded to vehicle 2, usage history of installed functions, user personal information, etc. Communicator 23 sends and receives signals with vehicle function control system 1 or communication terminal 3. Onboard device 24 includes cameras, seat heaters, air conditioners, speakers, etc., for taking pictures inside or outside the vehicle. Additional functions can also be functions that operate hardware such as onboard device 24.

[0033] Communication terminal 3 is a user-operable terminal, which includes a display, a communicator, and a processor. When installing additional functions on vehicle 2, applying for the handling of vehicle 2, or applying for the handling of additional functions, the user can also operate communication terminal 3 to send operation commands to vehicle function control system 1 and / or vehicle 2.

[0034] Next, use Figure 3 The flowchart illustrates the vehicle function control method executed by the processor 10 of the vehicle function control system 1. Figure 3 The process shown is executed when a user trades in or transfers their vehicle to a private individual. Furthermore, as... Figure 3 The initial condition for the control process is that the user purchases at least one additional function, which is then installed on vehicle 2.

[0035] In step S1, processor 10 receives a replacement or transfer application for vehicle 2 from vehicle 2 or communication terminal 3. To display a selection screen for choosing between replacement and personal transfer on communication terminal 3, processor 10 sends a control command to communication terminal 3. Based on the control command sent from processor 10, communication terminal 3 performs the following actions: Figure 4 The selection screen shown is used to choose a treatment method.

[0036] Figure 4 This is an example of a selection screen displayed on communication terminal 3. The selection screen includes an image of the vehicle to be disposed of (301), a message 302 stating "Please select a method of vehicle disposal," and selection buttons for choosing a disposal method: "Replacement" (303) and "Personal Transfer" (304). The user touches either the "Replacement" (303) or "Personal Transfer" (304) selection button. Figure 4 In the example, the disposal method "replacement" was selected. If the user confirms the selected disposal method, the communication terminal 3 sends a disposal method selection command to the vehicle function control system 1.

[0037] In step S2, the processor 10 sends a control command to the communication terminal 3 to display a selection screen on the communication terminal 3, allowing selection of the target for using the additional function. Based on the control command sent from the processor 10, the communication terminal 3 then selects the target for the additional function. Figure 5 or Figure 6 The selection screen for choosing a transfer target is displayed. Based on the user's operation on the selection screen, the communication terminal 3 outputs the transfer target selection command to the processor 10.

[0038] Figure 5 This is an example of a selection screen displayed on communication terminal 3. Figure 5The selection screen is displayed when the disposal method for vehicle 2 is "replacement". The selection screen includes a message 401 stating "Please select a disposal method for the function", and selection buttons 402, 403, and 404 for selecting the transfer target. Selection buttons 402 and 403 are buttons for selecting the disposal method for each additional function. Regarding selection buttons 402 and 403, the selection method for the transfer target is further specified as "continue use", "personal transfer", and "replacement". "Continue use" indicates that the transfer target of the additional function will not be changed; "personal transfer" indicates that the transfer target of the additional function will be transferred to another user; and "replacement" indicates that the transfer target will be transferred to the management company of the usage rights. For example, in... Figure 5 In the example, to make the disposal method for the additional function applied A "personal transfer" and the disposal method for the additional function applied B "exchange", selection buttons 402 and 403 were selected. Additionally, selection button 404 is selected when the additional function is set to "exchange" along with vehicle 2. That is, the user selects selection button 404 when the additional function is being exchanged along with vehicle 2. If selection button 404 is selected, all installed additional functions become the exchange target, the installed additional functions are retained by vehicle 2, and the transfer target of the additional functions becomes the agent engaged in the sale of vehicle 2. Furthermore, it is also possible to select additional functions to be exchanged along with vehicle 2 for each function individually.

[0039] Figure 6 This is an example of a selection screen displayed on communication terminal 3. Figure 6 The selection screen appears when the disposal method for vehicle 2 is set to "Personal Transfer". Figure 6 Select the screen with Figure 5The different parts of the selection screen will be explained below. The selection screen includes message 401 and selection buttons 402, 403, and 405. Selection button 405 is selected when the additional function is set to "personal transfer" along with vehicle 2. That is, when vehicle 2 is transferred personally, the user selects selection button 405 when the installed additional function is retained by vehicle 2 and the additional function is transferred to an individual along with vehicle 2. If selection button 405 is selected, all installed additional functions become the object of personal transfer, and the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional functions and the owner of vehicle 2 become the same user. In addition, it is also possible to select the additional function that is transferred personally along with vehicle 2 for each function. As a result, processor 10 outputs control instructions, which are used to display a selection screen on the display of communication terminal 3 for selecting the target of the transfer of the right to use each of the multiple additional functions installed in vehicle 2. In addition, the selection screen for selecting the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional functions is not limited to being displayed on the display of communication terminal 3, but can also be displayed on vehicle display 21. Figure 5 and Figure 6 The selection screen shown is just one example; other display methods are also possible.

[0040] In step S3, the processor 10 receives a selection instruction from the communication terminal 3, thereby receiving input to select the target for transferring the right to use the additional function. Furthermore, as described later, in the control flow of step S6, the vehicle 2 is initialized to delete data related to the installed function. Therefore, the processor 10's processing of receiving input to select the target for transferring the right to use the additional function is performed before the vehicle 2 is initialized.

[0041] In step S4, processor 10 determines the price of vehicle 2 and the additional function. It determines the replacement price (sell price) of vehicle 2 and / or the additional function. For example, when replacing vehicle 2, the replacement price is usually determined by the market price, but if the additional function is retained in vehicle 2, the replacement price increases. Processor 10 determines the replacement price of the additional function based on market prices, etc. Then, processor 10 determines the replacement price of vehicle 2 based on the remaining additional function in vehicle 2. Furthermore, processor 10 can also determine the price of the additional function based on its usage period. For example, processor 10 determines the price of the additional function in a manner where the shorter the usage period, the higher the replacement price. Furthermore, when "replacement" of vehicle 2 and / or the additional function is selected, processor 10 controls communication terminal 3 to display the price of vehicle 2 and the additional function on the display of communication terminal 3.

[0042] In step S5, the processor 10 updates the functional information contained in the database 19 based on the user ID and vehicle ID. The processor 10 modifies the association between the user ID, vehicle ID, and functional information according to the disposal method of vehicle 2 and the selection result of the transfer target for the right to use the additional functions. For example, if the transfer target of the additional functions is transferred to another user through personal transfer, the processor 10 updates the database 19 by associating the user ID of the owner of the right to use with the additional functions of the transfer target. Alternatively, for example, if the transfer target of the additional functions becomes a vehicle through replacement, the processor 10 updates the database 19 by associating the vehicle ID of the vehicle 2 that will become the transfer target with the additional functions of the transfer target.

[0043] In step S6, processor 10 initializes vehicle 2. Processor 10 communicates with the vehicle 2 being processed, sending an initialization command to initialize vehicle 2. If processor 20 of vehicle 2 receives the initialization command via communicator 23, it deletes data related to the installed functions from storage medium 22. If additional functions are installed in vehicle 2, application data, etc., are stored. Furthermore, in order to use additional functions in vehicle 2, personal information is sometimes stored in storage medium 22. Therefore, processor 10 sends an initialization command to vehicle 2 and deletes the data stored in storage medium 22. Moreover, if the transfer target of vehicle 2 becomes the vehicle 2 being replaced, or if the transfer target of vehicle 2 is the same as the transfer target of the additional functions, processor 10 may not delete the data of the additional functions stored in storage medium 22, but instead delete personal information. That is, the additional functions may also be retained for vehicle 2.

[0044] In step S7, the processor 10 provides incentive information related to the purchase of the additional function based on the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional function. The incentive information includes a discount that can be applied when purchasing the same function as the selected additional function. For example, when replacing or transferring vehicle 2 and purchasing another vehicle, the additional function used in the previous vehicle 2 may sometimes be used in the new vehicle 2. In such cases, when installing the same function in the new vehicle 2, an incentive can be provided by offering a discount on the purchase price of the additional function. That is, the processor 10 provides the incentive even if the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional function is not changed from the current user when replacing or transferring the vehicle.

[0045] On the other hand, when the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional function is vehicle 2, the replacement price of vehicle 2 becomes higher. Therefore, when the processor 10 sets the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional function to the vehicle to be replaced or transferred by an individual, and the target vehicle is replaced or transferred, no incentive is given. Moreover, when an incentive is given, the processor 10 sends incentive information to vehicle 2 or communication terminal 3.

[0046] In step S8, the processor 10 activates the additional function based on the transfer target of the right to use the additional function. If the transfer target of the right to use the additional function is an individual who owns vehicle 2, the processor 10 downloads the application with the additional function to vehicle 2 (the owned vehicle) and activates the additional function in vehicle 2. That is, the processor 10 activates the additional function in vehicle 2 corresponding to the user ID of the user with whom the transfer target is located.

[0047] Furthermore, if the transfer of the right to use the additional function is to vehicle 2, and vehicle 2 has been purchased by another user, the processor 10 will associate the additional function installed on vehicle 2, the user ID of the user who purchased vehicle 2, and the vehicle ID. The application program for the additional function is stored in the storage medium 22 of vehicle 2, therefore, it does not need to be downloaded. The processor 10 will enable the additional function in the vehicle purchased by the other user.

[0048] Therefore, the vehicle function control system 1 according to this embodiment installs additional functions on the vehicle 2 according to instructions from the user after the vehicle 2 is purchased. Before initializing the vehicle 2 with the additional functions, it receives input selecting a target for the transfer of the right to use the additional functions. Thus, the right to use the additional functions can be transferred before the desired functions are lost through initialization.

[0049] Furthermore, the vehicle function control system 1 associates the user ID of the owner of the additional function with the additional function, and enables the additional function in the vehicle 2 corresponding to the user ID. Thus, the right to use the additional function can be transferred to an individual, who can then use the additional function in a vehicle used by that individual.

[0050] Furthermore, the vehicle function control system 1 associates the vehicle ID of the vehicle to which the right to use the additional function is transferred with the additional function, and activates the additional function in the vehicle to which the vehicle ID is assigned. Thus, the right to use the additional function can be transferred to vehicle 2, where the additional function can be used. Alternatively, the right to use the additional function can be reserved for vehicle 2, thus enabling vehicle 2 to be traded at an appropriate price.

[0051] Furthermore, the vehicle function control system 1 provides incentive information related to the purchase of the additional function based on the transfer target of the right to use the additional function. Therefore, users can enjoy a discount when purchasing the same function as the additional function.

[0052] Furthermore, the vehicle function control system 1 provides incentives when the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional function is not changed from the current user and the vehicle is replaced or transferred; however, it does not provide incentives when the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional function is set to vehicle 2 and vehicle 2 is replaced or transferred. This allows the replacement price of vehicle 2 and the price of the additional function to be set to appropriate values, thereby stimulating the circulation of vehicle 2 and the additional function.

[0053] Furthermore, the vehicle function control system 1 determines the price of vehicle 2 and / or the function based on the target of transferring the right to use the additional function. This allows the replacement price of vehicle 2 and the price of the additional function to be set to appropriate values, thereby facilitating the circulation of vehicle 2 and the additional function.

[0054] In addition, the vehicle function control system 1 deletes the user's personal information when initializing the vehicle 2. This enables information protection.

[0055] Furthermore, the vehicle function control system 1 determines the price of the additional function based on its usage period. This allows the price of the additional function to be set to an appropriate value, thus facilitating its circulation.

[0056] Additionally, the vehicle function control system 1 outputs control commands that display a selection screen on the in-vehicle display 21 or the display of the communication terminal 3, allowing the user to choose the transfer target for the right to use each of the multiple additional functions installed in the vehicle 2. This allows the user to select the transfer target for the right to use each additional function.

[0057] Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the processor 10 initializes a vehicle with additional functions, it retains the additional functions related to the improvements made to the vehicle 2. For example, if the additional function is aimed at improving the operation method of the on-board unit 24, the function can be retained even if the vehicle 2 is disposed of through replacement or personal transfer. This eliminates the need for re-downloading or activating the additional functions.

[0058] Explanation of the label

[0059] 1. Vehicle Function Control System

[0060] 2 vehicles

[0061] 3. Communication Terminal

[0062] 10 processors

[0063] 11 Vehicle Management Department

[0064] 12 Functional Control Department

[0065] 19 Databases

[0066] 20 processors

[0067] 21. In-vehicle displays

[0068] 22 Storage Media

[0069] 23 Communicator

[0070] 24. Vehicle-mounted devices

Claims

1. A vehicle function control method, executed by a processor, for controlling functions installed in a vehicle. In this vehicle function control method, After the vehicle is purchased, the processor installs the additional functions into the vehicle according to instructions from the user. Before initializing the vehicle with the additional function, input is received to select a transfer target for the right to use the additional function.

2. The vehicle function control method according to claim 1, wherein, The right to use the additional functions can be transferred to an individual. The processor associates the user ID of the owner of the right of use with the append function. In the vehicle corresponding to the user ID, the additional function is enabled.

3. The vehicle function control method according to claim 1, wherein, The right to use the additional function can be transferred to the vehicle. The processor will associate the vehicle ID of the vehicle to which the right of use is transferred with the additional functionality. In the vehicle that has been assigned the vehicle ID, the additional function is enabled.

4. The vehicle function control method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The processor, based on the target of transferring the right to use the additional function, provides incentive information related to the purchase of the additional function. The incentives included in the incentive information are discounts that can be used when purchasing the same features as the additional features that are selected.

5. The vehicle function control method according to claim 4, wherein, The processor provides the incentive without changing the vehicle or transferring the right to use the additional function from the current user. If the target of the transfer of the right to use the additional function is set as the object vehicle, and the object vehicle is replaced or transferred, the incentive is not granted.

6. The vehicle function control method according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein, The processor determines the price of the vehicle and / or the function based on the transfer target of the right to use the additional function.

7. The vehicle function control method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein, When the processor initializes the vehicle, it deletes the user's personal information.

8. The vehicle function control method according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein, When the processor initializes the vehicle with the additional functions, it reserves the additional functions related to the portion of the vehicle improvement measures implemented for the vehicle.

9. The vehicle function control method according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein, The processor determines the price of the additional function based on the duration of its use.

10. The vehicle function control method according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein, The processor outputs control instructions for displaying a selection screen on the display of an in-vehicle display or a communication terminal, which allows selection of the target for transferring the right to use each of the plurality of additional functions installed in the vehicle.

11. A vehicle function control system comprising a processor for controlling functions installed in a vehicle. The processor controls the additional functions installed in the vehicle according to instructions from the user. Before initializing the vehicle with the additional function, input is received to select a transfer target for the right to use the additional function.

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