Think about it: how much sense does having the gas and brake pedals right next to each other make? Not a lot. In a panic, you're going to stomp down, but you might end up hitting the wrong pedal, turning a bad situation worse.
But the Naruse Pedal, developed in Japan, solves this problem. It replaces the gas and brake with one pedal. To accelerate, you push a lever to the side with your foot. To brake, you push down. This cuts out any confusion or panic you might have in the heat of the moment. If you want to brake, just stomp down. No problem.
It's a design that makes sense, although it would be sure to hit some resistance from people who like their pedals as-is. But it's a safer and more sensical setup, isn't it?
Via NY Times
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