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Auto trail

Imagine you are walking on a path and you have a toy car that follows you wherever you go. Now, imagine that the car can drive itself without you having to push it. That's kind of like what an auto trail is.

When you're driving a car on a long trip, it can be tiring to steer the wheel and keep the car going in a straight line. Auto trail is a special feature that helps you keep driving in a straight line without having to constantly adjust the steering wheel. It's like having a robot helper that holds the steering wheel for you.

The way it works is that your car uses a camera or sensors to detect the lines on the road. These are the white or yellow lines that you see on most roads. The car's computer can then use this information to keep your car driving in the middle of the lane. It's like a game where the car has to stay between the lines, only the car does it automatically.

Auto trail is not the same thing as self-driving or autonomous cars. You still need to be paying attention to the road and have your hands on the wheel. But it can make long trips much easier and less tiring for the driver. It's like having a little helper who makes sure you stay on the right path.
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