A method operable on a mobile device is described. The method includes receiving a three-dimensional (3D) surround video feed from a vehicle. The 3D surround video feed includes a 3D surround view of the vehicle. The method also includes receiving a user input on a touchscreen indicating vehicle movement based on the 3D surround view. The method further includes converting the user input to a two-dimensional (2D) instruction for moving the vehicle. The 2D instruction includes a motion vector mapped to a ground plane of the vehicle.