Toyota is developing a safety system that detects drunk drivers and automatically shuts down the vehicle upon signs of excessive alcohol consumption, according Japan’s Asahi Shimbun newspaper.
The system uses sweat sensors on the steering wheel to detect high levels of alcohol in the driver’s body. If the driver’s blood-alcohol level is too high, the car won’t start. The system would also feature sensors to detect abnormal steering and a camera to detect if the driver’s pupils are not in focus. No further details were available.
