Devoting his career to research on automotive theory, Dr. Osamu Hirao established a number of engineering-based systems that ultimately made a huge contribution to the progress of automotive technology and culture in our country. In recognition of these great achievements, the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame is honored to induct Dr. Osamu Hirao into the Hall of Fame.

Dual controls on a research vehicle to analyze driver input.

Data retrieved from an inexperienced driver.

Chart showing the flow of balance between safety, speed and the driving environment.

Machine developed to monitor driver input in various conditions.

Hirao’s team testing a Cadillac at Tokyo University in May 1960.