GM Developing Wireless Pedestrian Detection Technology. In-car entertainment systems could be part of the solution in keeping people walking, cycling, and working safer from distracted drivers.
Segway/General Motors P.U.M.A. Project
Like the original Segway, this appears to be an expensive solution in search of a problem. Or maybe just the result of a BS brainstorming session question answered with, “Because we can.” (Not that that’s an improper incentive to do something…)
Looks like fun, but I don’t think I’d want to drive one, sharing the road with SUVs and semis. Certainly not in camouflage grey. Bright yellow and orange stripes, maybe.
Hat tip: wizbang.