Driving simulator technology introduced to reduce Australia's road accidents 1969 | 7NEWS

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Introduced in mid 1969, a driver education programme using driving simulators was being introduced across Australia to reduce road accidents, following America, where the technology had been proved successful. A non-profit organisation with government backing introduced the computerised film projection driving simulators to Victorian Schools to Improve Road Safety and Training. Subscribe and set 🔔 » https://7news.link/YTSubscribe | For the latest Australian news and breaking news alerts, connect with 7NEWS online: Visit » https://7news.com.au 7Plus » https://7plus.com.au/ 7NEWS Podcast » https://open.spotify.com/user/dm9fk9hzoe68ibpttheragdgi Facebook » https://www.facebook.com/7NewsAustralia TikTok » https://www.tiktok.com/@7newsaustralia Instagram » https://www.instagram.com/7newsaustralia/ X » https://x.com/7NewsAustralia 7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands including Sunrise, The Morning Show, Spotlight and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuou

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