A data-driven project to estimate car prices with machine learning.
Implements regression techniques, feature engineering, and visualizations to understand factors influencing car pricing.
A machine learning project that predicts car prices using features such as brand, horsepower, mileage, and other attributes.
Project Presentation
Watch this presentation for a detailed walkthrough of the Car Price Prediction project.
Explore Car Anatomy
Price Prediction Visuals
How attributes like brand, mileage, and horsepower influence prices.
Dive into the machine learning approach, model details, and in-depth results.
What is a Car?
A car is a wheeled motor vehicle used for transportation, typically on roads. Most modern cars have four wheels, an engine or motor, and seating for one to eight people. They are primarily designed to carry people rather than goods.
Core Components:
Engine/Motor: Provides the power to move the car. Most cars in the past used internal combustion engines (ICE) powered by fossil fuels, but electric motors powered by batteries are now common.
Chassis and body: The chassis is the vehicle's structural frame, while the body encloses the passenger compartment and gives the car its shape.
Wheels: Most cars have four wheels and tires that connect the car to the road.
Controls: The driver operates the car using controls like the steering wheel to guide direction and pedals to control speed and brakes.
Transmission: Transfers power from the engine to the wheels and allows for changing gears.
Brief Evolution:
Early development: The first patented modern car with a gasoline-powered internal combustion engine was invented by German engineer Karl Benz in 1886.
Mass production: The Ford Model T, introduced in 1908, was among the first mass-produced, affordable cars.
Technological advancements: Over time, cars have gained features like air conditioning, airbags, anti-lock brakes, and navigation systems.
The Car's Role in Society:
Transportation and mobility: Cars provide individuals with freedom and convenience.
Economic impact: The auto industry generates wealth and jobs.
Challenges: Issues like congestion, pollution, and traffic collisions remain significant concerns today.