For the past few years Google have been developing the self-driving car. They are controlled by computers that process data from maps, radar, laser sensors and video feeds. The cars are based on a Toyota Pruis, have recently passed a driving test, and are allowed on the public roads in Nevada, for further testing a development. […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Its been reported that a new variation of the sat-nav is being launched. The device will have 20 vibration points of the steering wheel, to advise of route changes. It should lead to drivers (especially younger drivers) becoming safer, due to less distraction from the road. Longer term as technology improves, it could help drivers […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Today’s cars have many different warning lights built into the instrument panel. In fact, the variety of indicators has greatly increased over the years providing us with even more information about our cars. One light, when flashing, that can signal a major car malfunction is the check engine light. Most cars today have computer systems […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Around one tenth of accidents that happen at crossroads are due to someone driving straight through a red light. But – rather distressingly for responsible drivers – half the people killed aren’t the drivers who drove past the red signal. Now MIT researchers have developed an algorithm that can ‘detect’ drivers who’re likely to drive […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Two pensioners have taken the world record for the fastest piston driven car in the world by reaching a staggering 462mph. Ron Main, and George Poteet’s amazing ‘Speed Demon’ car uses a five-litre 2,200 horsepower V8 engine that propels the car faster than some jet aircraft. But despite breaking record Mr Main and driver Mr […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
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