The five technologies that Toyota is hoping to apply to the greater good are:

• Total HUman Model for Safety (THUMS) An advanced injury-simulation software that measures more than the conventional crash test dummy can.

• Hybrid Synergy Drive® (HSD) HSD converts braking energy into electricity. The hybrid system helps lower emissions while raising mpg.

• Solar Powered Ventilation System The Toyota Prius offers this system that helps keep the interior air temperature near the outside ambient temperature, when the vehicle is parked in direct sun.

• Touch Tracer Display An advanced touch-activated display system that allows drivers to control music, temperature and other features from the steering wheel without taking their eyes off the road. Touch Tracer is the first display system in the world to allow steering wheel controls to read out on the instrument panel.

• Advanced Parking Guidance System (APGS) Available on the Toyota Prius, this system utilizes ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers to detect open parking spaces and helps guide the car into those spaces with only soft driver braking.