Toyota and Stanford Innovate with Autonomous Supras to Improve Road Safety (YouTube / @toyotaresearchinstitute)
Without the need for a driver, Toyota is testing two autonomous Supras programmed to drift, as part of a project by the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) in collaboration with Stanford Engineering.
The goal is to develop collision prevention systems that mimic the skills of professional drifters, helping drivers recover from skids and loss of control.
The vehicles were not programmed in the same way, but both feature advanced technology to control steering, acceleration, and braking.
In a video shared by Toyota, a lead car is shown programmed to follow a specific path, while the chase car dynamically adapts to maintain proximity without colliding, demonstrating the effectiveness of this technology.
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Although modern cars are safer due to technological advancements, many drivers still lack the skills needed to react appropriately in loss-of-control situations. Current research may lead to innovations that further enhance vehicle safety, especially under challenging conditions such as slippery surfaces. However, there is still a long way to go before autonomous vehicles become common on the roads.
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