Honda has developed...
Honda has developed a new safety system which keeps a car in its lane by controlling the steering. Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) uses on-board cameras to spot if a vehicle is wandering off line. The system works in conjunction with adaptive cruise control, which stops tailgating, and will be available from 2006.
Japanese giant Toyota...
Japanese giant Toyota is working on a new single-seater ò€“ but this one isnò€™t bound for Formula One!
The maker is joining forces with electronics company Sony to produce a ò€˜personal mobility deviceò€™. Itò€™s basically a hi-tech armchair on wheels, and uses the latest innovations from both firms.
Taking lessons learned from the 2005 i-swing concept, the tiny runaround aims to make light work of congested streets. Two electric motors power each rear wheel, giving impressive manoeuvrability, while special robotic kit automatically steers it clear of obstacles. No production date has been revealed, but sources say itò€™s at least two years away.