Apps to control cars of the future

Subject: Apps to control cars of the future Wed Jan 09, 2013 10:47 pm

Owners who already twitch at the sight of a hotel valet.

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Audi also teased drivers with footage of its piloted driving system taking over in heavy traffic, allowing commuters to take their hands off the wheel and relax while their car tackles rush hour.

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The prototype system differs from existing driver aids in that it can steer the car to an extent.

Designers have also shown off OLED tail-lights which “flicker like a swarm of fish” – or possibly a school of bees – that follow the movement of the vehicle and give following drivers a better indication of what is happening up ahead.

Another feature under consideration will let tailgaters know when they have crossed the line.

The fan-shaped laser tail light will project a mark onto the road which, according to Audi, “prompts the driver behind to maintain sufficient distance – similar to a stop line”.

The brand has not yet said exactly when the new systems will come into effect, but we’re keen to give them a try.

http://smh.drive.com.au/future-cars/apps-to-control-cars-of-the-future-20130109-2cghw.html

Apps to control cars of the future

Apps to control cars of the future

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