The Toyota Technical Workshop held in Japan recently focused on the hardware and software aspects of battery electric vehicles (BEVs). According to the report, Toyota’s upcoming generation of BEVs will feature an operating system (OS) that allows for customizable “driving feel” adjustments.
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Arene OS will accelerate automotive intelligence and add value to customer experience, according to Toyota. Last year, the OS was announced for 2025 vehicle deployment.
According to Toyota, the Arene OS is designed to govern over 200 vehicle systems; however, the precise launch date for this operating system is yet to be confirmed. One notable feature of Arene OS is its advanced speech recognition, which utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to provide prompt responses to customers while offering tailored suggestions and preferences. Furthermore, Toyota’s design team will harness AI to expedite product development processes.
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One of the most fascinating aspects of the Arene OS is its capability to customize the “driving feel.” Toyota asserts that the hardware and software of their battery electric vehicles (BEVs) can be adjusted to simulate drive control and clutch functionalities, providing BEV drivers with the exhilaration of manual gearbox driving.
Toyota’s Future Redefining Electric Cars
On the basis of the entirely electric UX 300e, Lexus showed a study prototype for a “manual gearbox” last year. The AE86 EV, an EV with a clutch and manual gearbox, was on display at the Tokyo Auto Salon this year.
The engine sound and reaction of the electric powertrain can both be altered by the software. The Lexus RZ can use a yoke steering wheel thanks to steer-by-wire technology.
Toyota stated that in order to provide better real-time traffic information, its vehicles will be connected to the appropriate infrastructure. Logistics companies benefit from using E-TOSS software to track and plan deliveries.
Map data can be generated automatically by cars and used to update 3D maps everyday rather than every six months. This enables automobiles to plan more enjoyable, secure, and energy- and fuel-efficient routes. Geolocation makes both manned and unmanned cars safer and enhances “smart parking”.