Talking teddy bear, the future of GPS?
If you thought you had seen all that GPS devices had to offer, think again. This cuddly thing is not some kid’s toy: it’s the prototype of a talking car navigation system from iXs Research Corporation. The teddy bear doesn’t have a screen, but it uses its arms to point the way, while also giving [...]
The K.A.T. Matrix shows detailed car performance (so you can brag better)
If just knowing how fast you’re going isn’t enough and you want more details about your car’s performance, the K.A.T. Matrix 3-Axis Accelerometer is the thing for you. This smart little device can measure your braking force, cornering, horsepower, G-force, 0-60 second acceleration and 1/4-mile time/speed and can be mounted on your windshield with the [...]
Anti-sleep alarm doesn’t let you fall asleep behind the wheel
Driving when tired and/or sleepy is a bad idea, but sometimes there’s just no other option. And, if you’re a professional driver, you’re bound to make a few trips while exhausted. The “obvious” solutions like playing loud and energetic music don’t really work, so the Anti Sleep Driving Alarm offers a different and more effective [...]
Silly helmet covers help bikers scare old ladies better
If you’ve got an open face helmet which is great, but just doesn’t have that je ne sais quoi, you can try to spice things up a bit. Turn a few heads, scare a couple of old ladies… The Silly Helmet Covers will certainly make people stare at you. And why wouldn’t they, when you [...]
New Night View system from Toyota makes sure you notice pedestrians, even in the dark
The new Night View system from Toyota aims to increase road safety for both drivers and pedestrians, by highlighting anyone on foot in the vehicle’s way. While the older Night View system superimposed the road on the windshield, the new version, seen on the Crown Hybrid, displays the road on the LCD meter. The upside [...]
‘Virtual bike’ simulator aims to improve safety
Research by a team of British students, lead by Dr. Alex Stedmon, could make motorbiking safer for everyone involved. Using a donated Triumph motorcycle, the Nottingham-based team created a simulator linked to a projection screen to give a realistic impression of being on the road. The motorcycle sways left and right pushed by four pneumatic [...]