Taxila teen drives car using mobile app

A 19-year-old from Taxila, Muhammad Subhan, has driven a car using hand gestures through a mobile application, a development he says could help make driving more accessible for people with disabilities.

Subhan explained that a small device installed in the car enables complete control via a mobile phone, with finger movements sending commands to the vehicle. He said the innovation is aimed at providing opportunities for people with disabilities to drive independently using gesture-based mobile controls. People often overlook the fact that we are surrounded by remarkable technology, and behind every object that makes life easier lies the hard work of an inventive mind.

Whether in our homes or offices, in mobile phones or defence equipment, in cars or sea and air vessels — these innovations are designed to make our lives easier.

Even if we do not give it much thought, the reality is that modern technology is the result of the exceptional intelligence, luck, and opportunities of many people who have shaped our contemporary world. Subhan hopes that with government or automotive industry support, the technology could be further refined and developed for commercial use.

Experts say such breakthroughs highlight the potential of youth-led innovation in Pakistan, where creative solutions can address real social challenges. If nurtured, these ideas could not only empower people with disabilities but also position the country as a contributor to inclusive technology.