Toyota has introduced a new anti-accelerator system for drivers who confuse the gas and brake pedals. Named the main details, the principle of operation, characteristics. Toyota has introduced a new anti-accelerator system for drivers who confuse the gas and brake pedals. The main details, operating principle, characteristics are named.
As you know, accidents often happen due to the negligence of drivers or due to violation of the rules and correct driving. Toyota decided to anticipate such unpleasant moments by developing a system to prevent unexpected acceleration. Similar systems are already on the automotive market, but most are triggered only when the pedal is pressed by mistake, as well as in the event of an obstacle detected in front (wall, vehicle in front). As for the new development from Toyota, the system gradually slows down the car, without the presence of obstacles in front.
According to preliminary information, this security system will appear on all production cars of the brand by the end of the year. At the request of the owner, this system can be installed on any modern cars already purchased. The average price for such an active safety system is 424 euros. The first to get the system are the Prius and Prius C. These are the Toyota models that are most in demand among older drivers. The prospect of developing anti-acceleration is that it is planned to be compatible with all models of the company. Preliminary statistics indicate that there should be a significant reduction in the number of accidents where elderly people are considered to be the culprit, who run into pedestrians or cyclists due to mixed pedals.
Alternatively, other manufacturers can develop a similar system in the future. According to statistics, at the end of 2018, there were 5.63 million drivers in Japan aged 75 and over. From the same statistic, 15% of all road traffic accidents were caused by elderly drivers. The last loudest accident with an 87 year old driver was recorded in the spring of 2018, then about 10 people were injured. The main reason is believed to be confused brake and gas pedals.
