Show on the road

A future in which our vehicles are able to drive autonomously is fast approaching. Cars designed by electric car company Tesla can change lanes by themselves, while self-parking and crash-avoidance features are increasingly common in modern vehicles.

But while the focus has been on efficiency and safety, Honda is examining how autonomous vehicles will enable the driver to experience and appreciate the wonders of the world around them.

Honda. Great Journey depicts a series of prototype autonomous vehicles as they retrace mankind’s migration from Africa, from the grassy trails of the Savannah to the smooth roads of the US West Coast.

The Desert Train comprises several elements that are powered by Honda’s fuel cell technology, which produces water that is filtered and stored for later use, while the Road Tripper, which is inspired by glass-roofed trains, gives passengers a panoramic view of their surroundings and uses Honda’s gyro technology to gently tilt around corners.