The operator's cockpit duplicates the actual hardware for the type of vehicle being simulated. It includes an adjustable seat, steering wheel assembly with turn signals, complete console with working instrumentation, the appropriate gearshift mechanism and accelerator, brake and clutch pedals as needed. It even includes surface shading based upon the sun's changing position. The realistic sound correlate to vehicle and driver action as well as the visual scene. Programs incorporate both active and passive vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Vehicles are several models and colors of autos and trucks, as well as motorcycles.
Density of vehicles is variable from none up to 26. They then, for example, have a greater tendency to cut off other traffic when passing, or they may occasionally run a red light, each a greater challenge of the driver. Putting drivers in specific learning situations is easier and can be repeated over and over for more cost-effective learning. Drivers retain material better, so refresher or follow-up training is required less frequently, also requires less instructors. Poor driving habits are better identified and safely corrected with less employee turnover.