There are so many things that can destroy a car's finish and it is too bad that the paint cannot talk to you or those around the car. Luckily in the future of the Smart Car, the paint coating will have sensors embedded in it which will be connected to the net centric systems of the car. Incorporated into the skin of the car's carbon nanotube constructed body will be haptic sensors that gauge pressure and the cars coating and clear coat paint will all be part of this system. The paint coating will not have to worry any longer about bird droppings or the occasional mischievous kid in the neighborhood throwing eggs, as they will be somewhat self cleaning like the new self cleaning glass available.

The car will also have anti pedestrian collision systems which when parked will guard the car from passers by. If someone approaches with too close the car will warn the individual of a potential non-lethal stun gun shock. If a shopping cart is rapidly approaching the car will turn on and move out of the way. When you are at a car wash the car itself will monitor the washing and drying process. "Hey you missed a spot” or "Oye usted perdió un lugar, usted imbecile.” So, you do not have to worry about your car in the future. Think on this in 2006.