Toyota’s NEO Steer Yoke Gets Rid Of Pedals Entirely – And It Actually Works

Before using NEO Steer at the show, I didn’t need a crash course on how to use the steering wheel. The accelerator is on the right-hand side, with the thumb used to control the “throttle,” modulated in a twisting motion. Both hands control the brakes, like on a bicycle or motorcycle. They aren’t hard to modulate; even lifting your thumb off the throttle already simulates engine braking.

Of course, it helps that I know how to ride a motorcycle. Still, most people won’t have any difficulty mastering these controls, given their basic design and integration onto the yoke-ish tiller. I even used it on a simulated high-speed drive on Gran Turismo 7, showcasing its future in motorsports when developed further.