The Japanese transport ministry will soon start a study on practical use of the
Smart Car, reports Japanese Automobile News.

The Smart Car is equipped with next-generation safety systems, developed by
the ministry and automakers, designed to transmit information about a variety
of road conditions from roadside computers to drivers.

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The Japan Automobile Research Institute is now in charge of the study and driving
tests will be conducted by driving simulators and will also be carried out on
public roads.

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