Adrian@TORQEN Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 "Scientists have unveiled the latest prototype of a car that "drives itself" with the help of a tablet computer. Acting like a plane on auto-pilot, it is designed to take over from humans in slow-moving heavy traffic or on a familiar route, such as a school run. It is activated using an iPad on the dashboard - by tapping on a prompt, the driver can make the car's onboard computer take the wheel. Robotcar, which is being developed by Oxford University and Nissan at Begbroke Science Park in Oxfordshire, uses a combination of external sensors and computer power to calculate the correct direction and speed." http://uk.news.yahoo.com/robotcar-latest-driver-less-vehicle-unveiled-211012704.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Dont worry I will still beat it around Brands..!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OsakaBen Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 They don't understand it may work, but it won't be popular. They are overlooking the fact that people enjoy driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 They don't understand it may work, but it won't be popular. They are overlooking the fact that people enjoy driving. Those that enjoy driving are definitely in the minority these days. I'm all for it on motorways and other boring roads just so long as fast A and B roads are left alone for us to enjoy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 Yes, A true 'driver's car' .........it is NOT. Might as well just call up a taxi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taras Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 (edited) still got a long way to go compared to the google car. Notice how it's steering is constantly self adjusting at slow speeds still. But it makes sense to have a self drive in future. eg. -People who simply don't want to drive but want a car for transport. -Better mobility for the disabled or elderly -Get me home after a **** up Edited February 15, 2013 by RT-Performance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 I can see these parked outside pubs a bit like hiring a bike... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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