Audi Traffic Light Assist is an intriguing piece of technology created to help drivers never miss a green light. Okay, so it can't actually turn red lights green instantly, but it does tell you the current color of the next light you're about to hit along with the time until that light changes. The system works using local traffic light data patterns combined with the motion of the car.
The result is a system that works pretty well when it comes to telling you the status of your next light. Audi Traffic Light Assist was demoed at CES 2014, and the company says that installing it in cars is possible but that traffic data needs to be accessed for each city individually. Audi owners, the days of frustrating red light waits may soon be over.
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Trend Themes
1. Connected Vehicle Technology - Audi Traffic Light Assist demonstrates the potential of connected vehicle technology to predict and interact with traffic signals.
2. Smart Transportation Systems - The development of Audi Traffic Light Assist highlights the opportunity for smart transportation systems to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.
3. Data-driven Automotive Solutions - The integration of traffic light data with vehicle motion showcases the potential for data-driven automotive solutions to enhance driver safety and efficiency.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can leverage connected vehicle technology to develop innovative solutions that interact with traffic signals.
2. Transportation - The transportation industry can benefit from the implementation of smart transportation systems that improve traffic flow and reduce travel times.
3. Data Analytics - The data analytics industry can explore opportunities to provide automotive companies with insights from traffic light data for improved driver assistance systems.