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# In-Depth Driving Simulators
The Lexus LS 460 Simulator Ensures Driver Safety

By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-13 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-ls-460-simulator
References: [fastcompany](http://www.fastcompany.com/1694265/lexus-shows-off-worlds-most-advanced-driving-simulator) & [lexus](http://www.lexus.ca/)

I bet all cars would be a lot safer to drive if every company tested them using simulators like the [Lexus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gx-460) LS 460 Simulator. This simulator has a Lexus LS 460 mounted inside and provides a truly life-like driving experience.

The Lexus LS 460 Simulator is used to simulate driving driving performance in real-world conditions. The simulator features a 3D environment and can reportedly simulate speeds up to 186 mph. Check out the video above to see the simulator in action. I'm confident to say that I'll feel a lot safer the next time I step into a Lexus.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.8/10
- Popularity: 16% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Virtual Driving Simulators:** The use of virtual driving simulators for testing car performance in real-world conditions presents an opportunity for car manufacturers to improve driving safety.
- **3D Simulation Technology:** 3D environment simulation technology integrated into driving simulators provides an opportunity for car manufacturers to virtually test car performance in a safe and controlled environment.
- **Life-like Driving Experience:** Developing driving simulators that can provide life-like driving experiences allows car manufacturers to improve car safety by testing and improving on real-world scenarios.

### Where This Applies

- **Automotive Manufacturing:** Automotive manufacturers can employ virtual driving simulators for testing and improving the safety of their cars before they are released in the market.
- **Automotive Insurance:** Automotive insurance companies can leverage virtual driving simulators to assess and evaluate driver performance and evaluate car safety risks.
- **Automotive Research and Development:** Automotive researchers and developers can use virtual driving simulators to test and improve automotive safety features and driver experiences.

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