Just read this article in a Norwegian paper.
It's about a Norwegian test project which will use GPS and modern cars' built-in computers to make hybrid cars change automatically to using their electrical engine only when they drive in and around city centres. So effectively, a sign that says "Only electrical engines beyond this point", only it's automatically enforced. At the moment, though, participation is voluntary. Drivers can override the GeoFence if they wish.
Bergen, my hometown, has a problem with pollution, especially in certain areas, and I can imagine this might reduce that somewhat. The article says the geofence can also be moved at will, for example on days with high pollution.
Authorities are also looking into making cars obey speed limits by themselves, at least around school areas and where there's roadworks. This is probably the future anyway -- driverless cars that drive exactly at the speed limits, or even slower if conditions are poor.
Thoughts?
It's about a Norwegian test project which will use GPS and modern cars' built-in computers to make hybrid cars change automatically to using their electrical engine only when they drive in and around city centres. So effectively, a sign that says "Only electrical engines beyond this point", only it's automatically enforced. At the moment, though, participation is voluntary. Drivers can override the GeoFence if they wish.
Bergen, my hometown, has a problem with pollution, especially in certain areas, and I can imagine this might reduce that somewhat. The article says the geofence can also be moved at will, for example on days with high pollution.
Authorities are also looking into making cars obey speed limits by themselves, at least around school areas and where there's roadworks. This is probably the future anyway -- driverless cars that drive exactly at the speed limits, or even slower if conditions are poor.
Thoughts?
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