In-vehicle systems, vehicles, and information processing devices

Abstract

Ensure that information is reliably communicated to the driver. [Solution] In an in-vehicle system having a first display unit disposed in front of the steering wheel and on the front side of the vehicle, a second display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the inside of the vehicle, and a third display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle, in a first situation, independent display control is performed for the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit, and in a second situation when a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher is issued to the occupants of the vehicle, display control related to the notification is performed by a virtual screen arranged across the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit.

Description

【Technical Field】 【0001】 The present disclosure relates to vehicle technology. 【Background Art】 【0002】 There is a technology for providing information to reduce the burden on a driver who drives an automobile. In this regard, for example, Patent Document 1 discloses an in-vehicle system in which a display for information provision is arranged near a steering wheel. 【Prior Art Documents】 【Patent Documents】 【0003】 【Patent Document 1】 Japanese Patent No. 7306210 【Patent Document 2】 Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2019-206254 【Summary of the Invention】 【Problems to be Solved by the Invention】 【0004】 An object of the present disclosure is to surely transmit information to a driver. 【Means for Solving the Problems】 【0005】 One aspect of the present disclosure is The in-vehicle system includes: a storage unit that stores an image corresponding to a notification having a priority of a predetermined value or higher among multiple notifications generated in the vehicle, the image including a first region, a second region, and a third region; a first display unit disposed in front of the steering wheel and on the front side of the vehicle; a second display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the inside of the vehicle; a third display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle; and an information processing device having a control unit that, under first circumstances, outputs different information relating to the vehicle to the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit, respectively; and under second circumstances, when a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher for the occupants of the vehicle occurs, outputs the first region of the image corresponding to the notification to the first display unit, the second region to the second display unit, and the third region to the third display unit, respectively. 【0006】 One aspect of this disclosure is, An in-vehicle system comprising: a first display unit disposed in front of the steering wheel of the vehicle and on the front side of the vehicle; a second display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the inside of the vehicle; a third display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle; and an information processing device having a control unit that performs: a first situation in which an independent display control is performed for the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit; and a second situation in which a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher is issued to the occupants of the vehicle, and the display control related to the notification is performed by a virtual screen arranged across the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. 【0007】 One aspect of this disclosure is, An information processing device mounted on a vehicle having a first display unit located in front of the steering wheel and on the front side of the vehicle, a second display unit located to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the inside of the vehicle, and a third display unit located to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle, wherein under a first condition, the first display The information processing device has a control unit that performs independent display control for the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit, and, in a second situation in which a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher is issued to the occupants of the vehicle, performs display control related to the notification using a virtual screen arranged across the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. 【0008】 Other embodiments include a vehicle equipped with the above-mentioned in-vehicle system, an information processing method performed by the above-mentioned information processing device, a program for causing a computer to perform the information processing method, or a computer-readable storage medium that non-temporarily stores the program. [Effects of the Invention] 【0009】 According to this disclosure, information can be reliably transmitted to the driver. [Brief explanation of the drawing] 【0010】 [Figure 1] A diagram showing the interior of vehicle 1 according to this embodiment. [Figure 2] Enlarged view of the steering wheel 4 and its surroundings. [Figure 3] A diagram showing an example of the components of vehicle 1. [Figure 4] A diagram showing an example of the components of the vehicle ECU10. [Figure 5] A diagram showing a list of screens displayed on the outer display. [Figure 6] A diagram showing an example of a screen output to an outer display. [Figure 7]A diagram showing an example of a screen output to an outer display. [Figure 8] A diagram showing a list of screens output to an inner display. [Figure 9] A diagram showing an example of a screen output to an inner display. [Figure 10] A diagram showing an example of a screen output to an inner display. [Figure 11] A diagram showing the display content of a display in normal times. [Figure 12] A diagram showing the display content of a display when a notification occurs. [Figure 13] An example of an image corresponding to a notification stored in a storage device. [Figure 14] A flowchart of the process executed by the HMI control unit 1011. [Figure 15] A diagram showing an example of a display device according to a modification. 【Embodiments for Carrying Out the Invention】 【0011】 In recent years, with the sophistication of automobiles, displays for providing information are becoming larger or the number of displays is increasing. 【0012】 For example, a method has been proposed in which a large touch panel display is arranged between the driver's seat and the passenger seat in the front of the vehicle interior to perform operations and information provision related to the vehicle in a lump. However, in such a method, when operating components of the vehicle or checking the output information, the driver's line of sight moves significantly. For the safety of the vehicle's driving, it is preferable to minimize the movement of the driver's line of sight. 【0013】 Generally, in the part where the instrument panel was conventionally arranged in the driver's seat, a display device such as a liquid crystal is often arranged. By outputting information to the display device, the movement of the line of sight can be minimized. However, the size of the display device positioned in front of the vehicle is limited, and it may not be possible to display all the information the driver needs. Furthermore, if all this information is output to the same area simultaneously, it can result in a situation where, for example, information necessary for driving the vehicle and supplementary information such as entertainment are mixed together, hindering intuitive information transmission. 【0014】 Furthermore, there are challenges in the placement of the input interface for operation. For example, it may have cursor keys or push-button switches, enabling input operations while driving. A steering wheel that does this is known. However, with such an input interface, the layout of buttons and other elements is fixed, making it difficult to adapt to multiple different objects. For example, raising or lowering the air conditioner temperature can be done with two physical keys, but physical keys cannot be used to directly specify an arbitrary point on a map. While a touchscreen interface is a possible configuration, as mentioned earlier, a touchscreen display positioned at the front of the cabin is far from the steering wheel, requiring significant movement of the driver's hands in addition to eye movement. 【0015】 To address these challenges, an in-vehicle system has been devised that incorporates a touch-enabled display device positioned near the steering wheel. For example, by placing small touchscreen displays on either side of the steering wheel, the driver can perform intuitive and rapid operations. 【0016】 However, placing a display near the steering wheel would result in multiple displays being within the driver's field of vision, potentially causing delays in information transmission to the driver. For example, consider a scenario where, among multiple displays, the driver is operating a specific display when a notification or warning (e.g., a request to switch from autonomous driving to manual driving) occurs. For instance, if the driver is operating a display located next to the steering wheel, they may not notice a message displayed on the instrument cluster display. The in-vehicle system described herein solves the aforementioned problems. 【0017】 An in-vehicle system according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes: a first display unit disposed in front of the steering wheel of the vehicle and on the front side of the vehicle; a second display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the inside of the vehicle; a third display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle; and an information processing device having a control unit that performs: under first circumstances, independent display control for the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit; and under second circumstances, when a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher is issued to the occupants of the vehicle, display control related to the notification using a virtual screen arranged across the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. 【0018】 The first display unit is a display positioned in front of the steering wheel and on the front side of the vehicle, and is typically an instrument panel on which the speedometer is located. The second and third displays are a pair of displays positioned on either side of the steering wheel. The second and third displays may be configured to allow touch operation via a touch panel. The first display unit and the second and third display units may be positioned in contact with each other, or they may be positioned spaced apart from each other. 【0019】 Furthermore, the second and third display units may be positioned in a location that protrudes further rearward than the first display unit in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, that is, closer to the driver. Also, the second and third display units may be positioned in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle further forward than the grip portion of the steering wheel. Furthermore, a steering wheel does not necessarily have to be circular, as long as it has a gripping section and is rotated to perform steering operations. 【0020】 The control unit performs independent display control for the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. For example, the control unit displays the vehicle speed, engine speed, battery level, etc., on the first display unit. The system may output information that is constantly needed by the driver, such as remaining fuel, and the second and third display units may output information related to vehicle control and information related to passenger convenience. 【0021】 Furthermore, when a notification with a priority level of a predetermined value or higher (e.g., a warning) is issued to the vehicle occupants, the control unit performs display control related to the notification (e.g., control to output the notification image as a whole) using a virtual screen arranged across the first, second, and third display units. With this configuration, it becomes possible to reliably convey the desired information regardless of which display the driver is focusing on. 【0022】 The in-vehicle system may further include a memory unit that stores a corresponding image for each of the multiple notifications. Furthermore, each of the images may include a first region, a second region, and a third region, and the control unit may output the first region of the image to be output to the first display unit, the second region to the second display unit, and the third region to the third display unit. This configuration makes it possible to display a single image as a whole using three display units. Note that each of the divided images may contain different content. 【0023】 Furthermore, the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit may be multiple displays arranged in a straight line. By arranging three independent display units in a straight line, a display that is less visually jarring can be achieved. 【0024】 Furthermore, the first to third display units do not necessarily have to be independent displays. For example, the first to third display units may be display areas arranged linearly on a single display device. 【0025】 Embodiments of this disclosure will be described below with reference to the drawings. The configurations of the following embodiments are illustrative, and this disclosure is not limited to the configurations of these embodiments. 【0026】 (First embodiment) An overview of the vehicle system according to the first embodiment will be described. The vehicle system according to this embodiment is configured to include vehicle 1. 【0027】 Vehicle 1 will be described with reference to Figure 1. Figure 1 shows the interior of vehicle 1. As shown in the figure, the interior of vehicle 1 is equipped with a driver's seat 2 and a passenger seat 3. In this embodiment, vehicle 1 is a right-hand drive vehicle, and the driver's seat 2 is located on the right side of the vehicle. 【0028】 A steering wheel 4 is positioned in front of the driver's seat 2. The steering wheel may be circular, or it may be U-shaped (a so-called irregularly shaped steering wheel) as shown in the illustration. 【0029】 The steering wheel 4 is connected to the steering system of the vehicle 1 via the steering column. The steering column is covered by a column cover. 【0030】 The passenger seat 3 is located to the left of the driver's seat 2, and a center display 24 is positioned midway between the driver's seat 2 and the passenger seat 3, towards the front of the vehicle. The center display 24 can display, for example, supplementary information such as car navigation, or information such as audio and television. Entertainment-related content will be displayed. 【0031】 A meter display 21 is provided on the front side of the steering wheel 4. The meter display 21 is a full-screen display located in front of the driver's seat 2 and provides various information to the driver of the vehicle 1. The meter display 21 displays information necessary for driving the vehicle, such as vehicle speed, engine speed (if the vehicle 1 has an engine), charge / discharge status (if the vehicle 1 has a drive battery), and mileage. The meter display 21 is an example of the "first display unit" in this disclosure. 【0032】 Furthermore, a pair of display devices are provided on both sides of the meter display 21. The pair of display devices are connected to the left and right ends of the meter display 21, respectively, and the left and right displays are positioned on both sides of the steering wheel 4. In this embodiment, of the pair of display devices, the display located closer to the inside of the vehicle is referred to as the inner display, and the display located closer to the outside of the vehicle is referred to as the outer display. The inner display 22 is an example of the "second display unit" in this disclosure, and the outer display 23 is an example of the "third display unit" in this disclosure. 【0033】 The detailed structures of the inner display 22 and the outer display 23 will be described with reference to Figure 2. The inner display 22 and outer display 23 are vertically oriented displays, and each is connected to the meter display 21. An outer display 23 is connected to the right end of the meter display 21 when facing forward of the vehicle, and an inner display 22 is connected to the left end when facing forward of the vehicle. This allows the display surface to be positioned near the gripping portion of the steering wheel 4. 【0034】 The above explanation is an example where Vehicle 1 is a right-hand drive vehicle; if Vehicle 1 is a left-hand drive vehicle, the left and right sides will be reversed. That is, the outer display 23 will be connected to the left end of the meter display 21 facing forward, and the inner display 22 will be connected to the right end facing forward. 【0035】 The inner display 22 and outer display 23 are angled with respect to the left-right direction of the steering wheel, and are positioned so as to tilt toward the steering wheel. That is, the inner display 22 protrudes further rearward from the vehicle the closer it is to the inside of the vehicle, and the outer display 23 protrudes further rearward from the vehicle the closer it is to the outside of the vehicle. In this way, the inner display 22 and outer display 23 are positioned so as to face the driver. 【0036】 In Figure 2, the area 4R, indicated by a dashed line, is the part of the steering wheel 4 that is gripped by the right hand (grip area), and the area 4L, also indicated by a dashed line, is the part of the steering wheel 4 that is gripped by the left hand (grip area). By making the support part 5 the shape described above, the positions of the inner display 22 and the outer display 23 in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle can be brought closer to the grip area of ​​the steering wheel 4. Therefore, the amount of hand movement when the driver performs a touch operation on the inner display 22 or the outer display 23 while driving can be reduced. 【0037】 In the example shown in Figure 2, the meter display 21, the inner display 22, and Although the outer displays 23 are assumed to be independent display devices, the configuration shown in Figure 2 may also be realized with a single display device. For example, a bent or curved horizontal display device may be divided into three regions, and each region may function as a meter display 21, an inner display 22, and an outer display 23. 【0038】 [System Configuration] Next, we will describe the configuration of each device that makes up the vehicle system of vehicle 1. First, let's describe the components of Vehicle 1. Figure 3 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of Vehicle 1. Vehicle 1 consists of a vehicle system, an electrical system, and an input / output system. 【0039】 A vehicle system is a system that controls the motion of a vehicle. A vehicle system includes multiple components related to the vehicle's movement. An input / output system is a system that provides information to the occupants of a vehicle and receives input from them. An input / output system includes multiple components that perform information input and output. An electrical system is a system that controls the electrical components of a vehicle's body. It includes multiple components related to the electrical components of the vehicle's body. The components included in each system may include multiple electrical components and an ECU that controls those electrical components. 【0040】 The vehicle ECU 10 and the body ECU 30 can be configured as computers having a processor (CPU, GPU, etc.), main memory (RAM, ROM, etc.), and auxiliary memory (EPROM, hard disk drive, removable media, etc.). The auxiliary memory stores an operating system (OS), various programs, various tables, etc., and by executing the programs stored therein, various functions (software modules) that match a predetermined purpose, as described later, can be realized. However, some or all of the functions may be realized as hardware modules by hardware circuits such as ASICs and FPGAs. 【0041】 The vehicle ECU10 is connected to several components related to the vehicle's operation. 【0042】 The GPS unit 11 is a unit for acquiring the location information of vehicle 1. The GPS unit 11 includes a GPS antenna and a positioning module for determining the location information. The GPS antenna is an antenna that receives positioning signals transmitted from positioning satellites (also called GNSS satellites). The positioning module is a module that calculates location information based on the signals received by the GPS antenna. 【0043】 The ETC (Electronic Toll Collection System) unit 12 collects tolls for toll roads. This is a unit for receiving data wirelessly. The ETC unit 12 consists of an antenna and a communication module. 【0044】 The wireless communication unit 13 includes an antenna and a communication module for wireless communication. The antenna is an antenna element that inputs and outputs wireless signals. In this embodiment, the antenna is suitable for mobile communication (e.g., 3G, 4G, 5G, etc.). The antenna may be configured to include multiple physical antennas. The communication module is a module for performing mobile communication. Furthermore, the wireless communication unit 13 may include communication modules other than those for mobile communication. For example, the wireless communication unit 13 may include a Bluetooth® communication module. This allows for wireless connection with a user terminal located inside the vehicle. This enables the provision of services in conjunction with the user's terminal (for example, hands-free calling). 【0045】 Sensor group 14 is a collection of multiple sensors for acquiring sensor data used during vehicle operation. Sensors may acquire physical quantities or image data, etc. In this embodiment, examples of sensors include a sensor for detecting vehicle speed (vehicle speed sensor 141) and an image sensor for acquiring images of the area in front of the vehicle (onboard camera 142). Furthermore, the vehicle ECU 10 may also be connected to components belonging to the drivetrain system (e.g., engine, motor, battery, transmission, etc.). 【0046】 The body ECU 30 is connected to multiple electrical components of the vehicle 1's body. In this embodiment, examples of electrical components on the body of vehicle 1 include a car air conditioner, wipers, headlights, side mirrors, and power seats. 【0047】 The air conditioning unit 31 is the car air conditioning system for vehicle 1. The air conditioning unit 31 includes, for example, a cooling unit, a heating unit, a compressor, a condenser, etc. The air conditioning unit 31 may also include a control unit for controlling these components. 【0048】 The wiper unit 32 includes a front wiper, a rear wiper, and a motor for driving them. 【0049】 The headlight unit 33 includes the headlights of the vehicle 1 and a unit for driving the headlights. The headlights are configured to switch between high beams and low beams, for example. If the headlights of the vehicle 1 are adaptive headlights, the illumination of the light can also be controlled based on commands from the body ECU 30. The headlight unit 33 may further include taillights, brake lights, turn signals, and / or units for driving them. 【0050】 The mirror actuator 34 includes a drive unit for driving the side mirrors located on the left and right sides of the vehicle 1. The mirror actuator 34 allows the angle of the side mirrors to be adjusted up, down, left, and right. 【0051】 The seat actuator 35 includes a drive unit for adjusting the position of a seat provided in the vehicle 1. The seat actuator 35 allows adjustment of the position, height, angle, etc., of the seat surface and backrest. 【0052】 Next, we will describe the devices used for inputting and outputting information. In this embodiment, the vehicle 1 has four displays for outputting information: a meter display 21, an inner display 22, an outer display 23, and a center display 24. 【0053】 The meter display 21 is a display positioned in front of the driver and outputs information about the vehicle 1. The meter display 21 mainly outputs information about the vehicle's status, such as vehicle speed, engine speed, fuel level, battery level, charge / discharge status, and mileage, but other information may also be output. 【0054】 The inner display 22 and outer display 23 are touch-panel displays located on both sides of the steering wheel. As mentioned above, The inner display 22 is located towards the center of the vehicle, and the outer display 23 is located on the outside of the vehicle. If vehicle 1 is a right-hand drive vehicle, the inner display 22 is positioned on the left side in the direction of travel, and the outer display 23 is positioned on the right side in the direction of travel. If vehicle 1 is a left-hand drive vehicle, the inner display 22 is positioned on the right side in the direction of travel, and the outer display 23 is positioned on the left side in the direction of travel. 【0055】 The center display 24 is a display located in the center of the vehicle. The center display 24 is located in the same place where the car navigation system's display was previously located. The center display 24 can display, for example, supplementary information such as car navigation, or entertainment content such as audio or television. 【0056】 The touch panel 25 is a unit for detecting touch operations performed on the aforementioned displays. In this embodiment, the inner display 22, outer display 23, and center display 24 each have a touch panel 25, allowing for touch operation. The touch panel 25 detects touch operations performed on these displays and transmits the detected information to the vehicle ECU 10. 【0057】 The audio unit 26 is a unit that performs input and output of audio information. The audio unit 26 may include, for example, a speaker and a microphone. 【0058】 Next, we will explain the detailed configuration of the vehicle ECU10. The vehicle ECU 10 is connected to the vehicle system and the drivetrain system, thereby enabling control of vehicle 1. Furthermore, the vehicle ECU 10 has the function of inputting and outputting information through components included in the input / output system, and the function of controlling the electrical system via the body ECU 30, which is responsible for the electrical system. Figure 4 is a diagram illustrating the detailed configuration of the vehicle ECU 10. 【0059】 The vehicle ECU 10 is comprised of a control device 101, a storage device 102, and a communication module 103. 【0060】 The control device 101 is a calculation unit that realizes various functions of the vehicle ECU 10 by executing a predetermined program. The control device 101 can be realized by a hardware processor such as a CPU. The control device 101 also has RAM, ROM (Read It may be configured to include (Only Memory), cache memory, etc. 【0061】 In this embodiment, the control device 101 of the vehicle ECU 10 is configured with six software modules: an HMI control unit 1011, a vehicle control unit 1012, an ADAS control unit 1013, an entertainment control unit 1014, a navigation unit 1015, and an assistant unit 1016. Each software module may be implemented by the control device 101 (CPU, etc.) executing a program stored in a storage device 102, which will be described later. The information processing performed by the software modules is synonymous with the information processing performed by the control device 101 (CPU, etc.). 【0062】 The HMI control unit 1011 generates a user interface for controlling various components of the vehicle and provides it to the vehicle occupants via the input / output system. The HMI control unit 1011 also passes information input via the input / output system (for example, commands to implement user-specified controls) to the corresponding software module, etc. This makes it possible to control any component of the vehicle through a user interface. 【0063】 In the following explanation, commands generated by the user to control the components of Vehicle 1 will be referred to as "user commands." For example, commands to change the air conditioner temperature, commands to change the drive mode, commands to make a phone call, and commands to play music are examples of "user commands." 【0064】 Furthermore, the components of a vehicle may include electrical components such as headlights and wipers. Also, the components of a vehicle may include an on-board computer, or software modules executed by the on-board computer (e.g., autonomous driving software, navigation software, etc.). 【0065】 The HMI control unit 1011 selects the output destination of the user interface from among several displays (meter display 21, inner display 22, outer display 23, center display 24) depending on the type of component being controlled. The specific configuration will be described later. 【0066】 The vehicle control unit 1012 controls components of the vehicle system or components of the drive system. The vehicle control unit 1012 may control a target component (e.g., a drive motor) based on a command (e.g., an acceleration command) received from another component (e.g., an ADAS control unit 1013, described later), or it may control a target component (e.g., a headlight unit) based on a user command (e.g., a headlight activation command) obtained via the HMI control unit 1011. 【0067】 The ADAS control unit 1013 controls the Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems. For example, the ADAS control unit 1013 generates vehicle control commands based on sensor information acquired from the on-board sensors included in the sensor group 14, thereby realizing driver assistance such as cruise control, pre-collision safety, and lane keeping assist. For example, the ADAS control unit 1013 controls the vehicle system and the drive system by transmitting control commands to the vehicle control unit 1012. 【0068】 The entertainment control unit 1014 controls the entertainment provided to the vehicle's occupants. Examples of entertainment functions include audio functions and television / radio functions. 【0069】 The navigation unit 1015 provides a car navigation function. Based on location information obtained from the GPS unit 11 and traffic information obtained from the wireless communication unit 13, the navigation unit 1015 can generate and provide vehicle route guidance. The navigation unit 1015 may, for example, accept the vehicle's destination and waypoints via the HMI control unit 1011, and output information regarding the generated route. 【0070】 Assistant unit 1016 provides information to the vehicle occupants by executing a language model capable of natural language interaction. The language model is, for example, LLM (Large Language Model). This could also be a Model. For example, by running an LLM that has information about the vehicle's occupants, it becomes possible to provide information in natural language. If there are multiple occupants in the vehicle, the assistant unit 1016 may obtain a language model corresponding to each person via the network and run any of the language models. 【0071】 The storage device 102 is a means of storing information, and may include RAM, magnetic disks, and flash memory. It is composed of storage media such as Mori. The storage device 102 stores programs executed by the control device 101, data used by said programs, and so on. 【0072】 The communication module 103 is a communication interface for connecting the vehicle ECU 10 to the vehicle network. The communication module 103 is configured to communicate with components of the vehicle 1 via a network such as CAN (Controller Area Network). ru. 【0073】 The specific configuration of the vehicle ECU 10 can be appropriately modified, with components omitted, replaced, and added depending on the embodiment. For example, the control device 101 may include multiple hardware processors. The hardware processors may consist of microprocessors, FPGAs, GPUs, etc. Input / output devices other than those exemplified (e.g., optical drives, etc.) may also be added. Furthermore, the vehicle ECU 10 may be composed of multiple computers. In this case, the hardware configurations of each computer may or may not be identical. 【0074】 [Interface screen provided by the HMI control unit] Next, the user interface provided by the HMI control unit 1011 will be described. 【0075】 The HMI control unit 1011 can generate multiple types of graphical user interface (GUI) screens and output them via the multiple displays mentioned above. In this embodiment, the HMI control unit 1011 aggregates information related to vehicle control on the outer display 23 and aggregates and outputs information related to occupant convenience and comfort on the inner display 22. This allows occupants of the vehicle 1 to intuitively recognize whether the desired information is output to the left or right side. Furthermore, the touch panel operating surfaces of the inner display 22 and outer display 23 are positioned near the steering wheel. This minimizes the amount of eye and hand movement required by the vehicle driver. 【0076】 The HMI control unit 1011 can switch between multiple types of screens that are output to the outer display 23. Figure 5 illustrates the transitions between multiple types of screens output to the outer display 23. As shown, the HMI control unit 1011 can output multiple screens, centered around the main screen 501, to the outer display 23. 【0077】 (1) Main screen 501 The main screen 501 is the screen that is normally displayed on the outer display while driving. Figure 6(A) shows an example of the main screen 501. The content displayed on the main screen can be customized by the user. 【0078】 (2) Headlight control screen 502 This screen is used to set the illumination status of the headlights of vehicle 1. Figure 7(A) shows an example of the headlight control screen 502. The headlight control screen 502 allows the user to select the headlight lighting status (automatic, on, off, small lights, daytime running lights, etc.). The vehicle control unit 1012 generates a user command based on the touch operation acquired via the HMI control unit 1011 and controls the headlight unit 33 by transmitting the user command to the body ECU 30. Alternatively, the vehicle control unit 1012 may acquire data indicating the headlight illumination status from the body ECU 30 and reflect the illumination status on the screen via the HMI control unit 1011. For example, the vehicle control unit 1012 may reflect the current headlight illumination status in the vehicle graphic displayed on the screen. 【0079】 (3) Wiper control screen 503 This screen is used to set the operating status of the wipers (front and rear) of vehicle 1. Figure 7(B) shows an example of the wiper control screen 503. On the wiper control screen 503, the operating state of the wipers (stop, automatic operation, intermittent operation, continuous operation, etc.) can be selected. The vehicle control unit 1012 generates a user command based on the touch operation acquired via the HMI control unit 1011 and controls the wiper unit 32 by transmitting the user command to the body ECU 30. Furthermore, the vehicle control unit 1012 may acquire data indicating the wiper's operating status from the body ECU 30 and reflect the operating status on the screen via the HMI control unit 1011. For example, the vehicle control unit 1012 may reflect the current wiper's operating status in the vehicle graphic drawn on the screen. 【0080】 (4) Mirror control screen 504 This screen is used to adjust the deployment state and angle of the side mirrors of vehicle 1. Figure 7(C) shows an example of the mirror control screen 504. On the mirror control screen 504, the status of the side mirror (folded / unfolded state and angle) can be selected. The vehicle control unit 1012 generates a user command based on the touch operation acquired via the HMI control unit 1011 and controls the mirror actuator 34 by transmitting the user command to the body ECU 30. Furthermore, the vehicle control unit 1012 may acquire data indicating the status of the side mirrors from the body ECU 30 and reflect the operating status on the screen via the HMI control unit 1011. For example, the vehicle control unit 1012 may reflect the current extended / retracted state of the side mirrors in the vehicle graphic drawn on the screen. 【0081】 (5) Driving position adjustment screen 505 This screen allows you to adjust the position and angle of the seats (seat cushion and backrest) and the steering wheel of vehicle 1. The driving position adjustment screen 505 allows users to set the position and angle of the seat and steering wheel. The vehicle control unit 1012 receives touch operations via the HMI control unit 1011, generates user commands based on these operations, and transmits these user commands to the body ECU 30 to control the seat actuator 35 and other components. 【0082】 (6) ADAS settings screen 506 This screen displays the operating status of the advanced driver assistance system in vehicle 1 and allows for setting adjustments. For example, if the advanced driver assistance system of vehicle 1 includes an auto cruise function, the user of vehicle 1 can set the cruising speed, distance between vehicles, whether or not to follow the vehicle in front, whether or not to use lane tracing, etc., via the ADAS setting screen 506. The information included in the ADAS settings screen 506 can be generated by the ADAS control unit 1013. 【0083】 (7) Drive mode setting screen 507 This is the screen for setting the drive mode of vehicle 1. Figure 7(D) shows an example of the drive mode setting screen 507. For example, the user of vehicle 1 can select a mode from several modes such as Normal mode, Sport mode, Eco mode, and Snow mode via the drive mode setting screen 507. A selection can be made. Based on this selection, the vehicle control unit 1012 changes the vehicle's drive mode. 【0084】 (8) Vehicle function setting screen 508 This screen is for using other functions of Vehicle 1. Examples of other functions of Vehicle 1 include opening and closing the electric tailgate and adjusting the suspension. 【0085】 (9) Display mode setting screen 509 This screen is for setting the types of information displayed on the meter display 21. For example, if the meter display 21 can display multiple pieces of information other than speed, the user of the vehicle 1 can customize the information displayed on the meter display 21 via the display mode setting screen 509. 【0086】 The multiple screens exemplified above can be switched by performing a predetermined operation, such as swiping left or right, on the touch panel provided on the outer display 23. Furthermore, the HMI control unit 1011 can display a shortcut screen 510 on the outer display 23 for jumping to each screen. Figure 6(B) shows an example of the shortcut screen 510. The shortcut screen can be accessed, for example, by performing a predetermined operation (for example, swiping from the bottom of the screen upwards) on each screen, including the main screen 501. The shortcut screen 510 has multiple interfaces (for example, buttons) for transitioning to each screen, and by operating these interfaces, the user can move to the desired screen. 【0087】 In this way, the HMI control unit 1011 aggregates and outputs information related to vehicle control to the outer display 23. Information related to vehicle control typically refers to information related to the vehicle's driving control. Examples of information related to vehicle driving control include information for controlling components belonging to the vehicle system and information for controlling components belonging to the drive system. Furthermore, information for controlling components belonging to the electrical system, such as lights and wipers, which are necessary for the vehicle to drive properly, can also be considered information related to vehicle driving control. Furthermore, information related to vehicle control, even if not directly related to vehicle driving control, can be output to the outer display 23. For example, information for controlling the vehicle's electric doors may be output to the outer display 23. 【0088】 Similarly, the HMI control unit 1011 can switch the screen output to the inner display 22 to multiple types of screens. Figure 8 illustrates the transitions between multiple types of screens output to the inner display 22. As shown, the HMI control unit 1011 can output multiple screens, centered around the main screen 801, to the inner display 22. 【0089】 (1) Main screen 801 The main screen 801 is the screen that is normally displayed on the inner display while driving. Figure 9(A) shows an example of the main screen 801. The content displayed on the main screen can be customized by the user. 【0090】 (2) Navigation screen 802 This is a screen related to car navigation. Figure 10(A) shows the navigation screen 80 This figure shows an example of 2. The information contained in the navigation screen 802 is generated by the navigation unit 1015. Furthermore, when map information from the car navigation system is displayed on the center display 24, the navigation screen 802 may output supplementary information regarding the vehicle 1's route. Examples of supplementary route information include guidance on the next turn, estimated time of arrival, and remaining distance. 【0091】 Furthermore, the navigation screen 802 may include some of the information and user interface displayed on the center display 24. For example, frequently used user interfaces such as a button to start directions to home, a button to access bookmarks, and a button to start directions to a charging station can be placed on the navigation screen 802. 【0092】 (3) Audio screen 803 This is a screen related to the audio functions of vehicle 1. Figure 10(B) shows an example of the audio screen 803. The information contained in the audio screen 803 is generated by the entertainment control unit 1014. The entertainment control unit 1014 can acquire and play music via a network or media. The audio screen 803 can include information about the music currently being played and an interface for selecting music. 【0093】 (4) Air conditioner settings screen 804 This is a screen for controlling the car air conditioner of vehicle 1. Figure 10(C) shows an example of the air conditioner setting screen 804. The air conditioning settings screen 804 allows users to set the temperature and airflow of the car's air conditioning system, as well as the air conditioning devices to be operated (steering wheel heater, seat heater, defroster, etc.). The vehicle control unit 1012 generates user commands based on the operations performed on the screen and transmits these user commands to the body ECU 30 to control the air conditioning unit 31 and other components. Although the car air conditioner is a vehicle 1 piece of equipment controlled by external commands, it relates to the comfort of the occupants, so the air conditioner setting screen 804 is displayed on the inner display 22, not the outer display 23. 【0094】 (5) Phone screen 805 This screen is for wirelessly connecting with the user terminal and making hands-free calls. If the wireless communication unit 13 has a module for wireless communication with the user terminal, it can make (or receive) phone calls from the user terminal via this module. 【0095】 (6) AI Partner Screen 806 This is a screen for interacting with a virtual agent (AI partner) capable of natural language dialogue. Figure 10(D) shows an example of the AI ​​partner screen 806. This screen includes a virtual agent character, and the vehicle occupant can obtain information by interacting with this character. The natural language dialogue service is provided by the assistant unit 1016. The AI ​​partner screen 806 may include an interface for giving instructions to the agent. If there are multiple occupants in the vehicle, the assistant unit 1016 may be configured to run any agent corresponding to each person. The AI ​​partner screen 806 may also include interfaces for starting and ending interactions with the agent, and interfaces for switching agents. 【0096】 As illustrated above, the multiple screens can be switched by performing a predetermined operation, such as swiping left or right, on the touch panel provided on the inner display 22. It is possible. Furthermore, the HMI control unit 1011 can display a shortcut screen 810 on the inner display 22 for jumping to each screen. Figure 9(B) shows an example of the shortcut screen 810. The shortcut screen can be accessed, for example, by performing a predetermined operation (for example, swiping from the bottom of the screen upwards) on each screen, including the main screen 801. The shortcut screen 810 has multiple interfaces (for example, buttons) for transitioning to each screen, and by operating these interfaces, the user can move to the desired screen. 【0097】 In this way, the HMI control unit 1011 aggregates and outputs information regarding the convenience and comfort of the occupants to the inner display 22. 【0098】 Furthermore, information about components that are part of the vehicle, such as car air conditioners, but relate to the convenience or comfort of the occupants, may be output to the inner display 22 without being treated as information related to vehicle control. Thus, if the information in question falls under both vehicle control information and information regarding occupant convenience (or comfort), the information may be selectively output to either the inner display 22 or the outer display 23 according to predetermined criteria. 【0099】 In addition, separate from the above explanation, the HMI control unit 1011 may output predetermined information to the center display 24. For example, information generated by the entertainment control unit 1014 or the navigation unit 1015 can be output not only to the inner display 22 but also to the center display 24. 【0100】 [Interruption display on interface screen] Next, we will explain interrupt display. While Vehicle 1 is in motion, various components of Vehicle 1 may generate notifications for the occupants. For example, if Vehicle 1 is connected to a user terminal, it may be necessary to notify the occupants of incoming phone calls as needed. Also, if any event occurs while using ADAS functions (for example, a request to hand over from autonomous driving to manual driving), it may be necessary to notify the occupants of this event. When a request for such notification (hereinafter referred to as a notification request) is generated from a component of Vehicle 1, the HMI control unit 1011 displays an interrupt using one (or all) of the meter display 21, inner display 22, and outer display 23. 【0101】 Here is an example of an interrupt display. Figure 11 shows an example of the display contents of the meter display 21, inner display 22, and outer display 23 during normal operation (a situation in which no notifications with a priority of a predetermined value or higher have been generated; also referred to as the first situation). As illustrated, the meter display 21 primarily outputs information related to the vehicle's status, such as vehicle speed, engine speed, fuel level, battery level, charge / discharge status, and mileage. The inner display 22 outputs information related to passenger convenience and comfort, as explained in Figure 9. The outer display 23 outputs information related to vehicle control, as explained in Figure 6. 【0102】 In the vehicle ECU 10 according to this embodiment, multiple notifications are defined, each assigned a different priority. Furthermore, when a notification occurs, the HMI control unit 1011 displays an image (interrupt display) in a different way according to the priority of the notification. 【0103】 Figure 12(A) shows an example of an interrupt display output when a notification with a priority exceeding a predetermined value (rear-end collision warning) occurs. The example display is output when the ADAS control unit 1013 determines that there is a risk of collision due to getting too close to the vehicle in front. As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, when a notification with a priority exceeding a predetermined value occurs, an image spanning three displays is displayed. 【0104】 As illustrated, when a notification with a priority exceeding a predetermined value occurs, the image output is an image that spans three displays: the meter display 21, the inner display 22, and the outer display 23. This image consists of three areas: a first area 1201 output to the meter display 21, a second area 1202 output to the inner display 22, and a third area 1203 output to the outer display 23. In addition, a set of such images is stored in the storage device 102 for each notification. 【0105】 When the HMI control unit 1011 receives a notification request for a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher, it retrieves a set of images corresponding to the notification from the storage device 102. The HMI control unit 1011 also controls the output of the first region 1201 of the multiple regions constituting the image to the meter display 21, the second region 1202 to the inner display 22, and the third region 1203 to the outer display 23. This control can be described as forming a single virtual screen using the inner display 22, the meter display 21, and the outer display 23, and outputting the image to that screen. 【0106】 In this embodiment, as shown in the figure, a single image is formed when the first region, the second region, and the third region are combined. This configuration allows the driver's gaze to be naturally directed towards the center when a notification is given. 【0107】 Figure 12(B) shows an example of an interrupt display corresponding to a notification (incoming call notification) with a priority below a predetermined value. The example display is output when there is an incoming voice call to the user terminal connected to vehicle 1. As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, when a low-priority notification occurs, image 1204 is displayed on only one display. As illustrated, the image 1204 output when the notification priority falls below a predetermined value is an image that is not divided into multiple regions. In the illustrated example, the image is output to the inner display 22, but the image output destination may be any of the meter display 21, inner display 22, or outer display 23. The image output destination is selected appropriately depending on the type of notification. 【0108】 The storage device 102 stores images corresponding to multiple notifications. Figure 13(A) shows an example of an image corresponding to a notification with a priority above a predetermined value, and Figure 13(B) shows an example of an image corresponding to a notification with a priority below a predetermined value. Examples of notifications with a priority above a predetermined value include "rear-end collision warning," "request to switch to manual driving," "malfunction notification," and "lane departure warning." Examples of notifications with a priority below a predetermined value include "incoming call notification," "route suggestion (rerouting, etc.)," ​​"message (email) notification," and "push notification from user application." 【0109】 Images corresponding to notifications with a priority exceeding a predetermined value are images containing three regions, while images corresponding to notifications with a priority below a predetermined value are images that do not contain multiple regions. The HMI control unit 1011 determines, based on the notification priority, whether to output the corresponding image to a single display or to a virtual screen spanning three displays, and then retrieves the corresponding image from the storage device 102 before outputting it. In the latter case, the HMI control unit 1011 outputs the image to a virtual screen by controlling each region included in the corresponding image to be output to a different display. 【0110】 Figure 14 is a flowchart of the processes executed by the HMI control unit 1011 when notification requests are generated from various components of vehicle 1. These processes are executed periodically. 【0111】 First, in step S11, the HMI control unit 1011 determines whether a notification request has been generated from any of the multiple components of the vehicle 1. If a notification request has been generated, the process proceeds to step S12. If no notification request has been generated, the process ends. 【0112】 In step S12, the HMI control unit 1011 determines whether the notification in question has a priority value of a predetermined value or higher. A notification with a priority value of a predetermined value or higher can be a notification that should be reliably transmitted to the driver. Examples of notifications that must be reliably communicated to the driver include requests to switch from autonomous driving to manual driving, notifications that a vehicle malfunction has occurred, collision warnings, and lane departure warnings—all of which require immediate action from the driver. 【0113】 If the result in step S12 is positive, the process proceeds to step S13, where the HMI control unit 1011 retrieves the image corresponding to the notification (i.e., an image containing three regions) from the storage device 102 and then displays an interrupt using all displays. 【0114】 If a negative result is obtained in step S12 (i.e., the notification priority falls below a predetermined value), the process proceeds to step S14. In step S14, the type of notification is determined. If the notification is from a component related to vehicle control, the process proceeds to step S16. If the notification is from a component related to occupant convenience or comfort, the process proceeds to step S15. The selection criteria are the same as those described with reference to Figures 5 and 8. 【0115】 In step S15, the HMI control unit 1011 outputs an image corresponding to the notification via the inner display 22. In step S16, the HMI control unit 1011 outputs an image corresponding to the notification via the outer display 23. In either case, the output image is not divided into multiple regions. 【0116】 Note that when a notification is output in step S15 or S16, other information may already be displayed on the target display. For example, if there is an incoming call on the user terminal, the incoming call notification is output to the inner display 22, but another screen, such as the air conditioner settings screen, may be displayed on the inner display 22. In this case, the HMI control unit 1011 outputs the notification in the following manner. 【0117】 The first method is to overlay the notification onto the screen that is already displaying output. For example, an image notifying the user that a phone call is currently pending could be overlaid on an already displayed air conditioner settings screen. In this case, the screen may be switched if the user takes action in response to the notification, and the currently displayed screen may be kept otherwise. For example, if the user takes action to answer a phone call, the air conditioner settings screen may be switched to the phone app, and if no action is taken, the air conditioner settings screen may be kept displayed. Furthermore, if a notification is sent that does not require any action from the user, there is no need to switch screens. 【0118】 The second method is to display the notification after switching to the appropriate screen. For example, the already displayed air conditioner settings screen could be switched to the phone app, and an image notifying that an incoming call is in progress could be overlaid. In this case, the screen may return to its original state once the notification event has finished. For example, if a call ends, the phone app may automatically close and the air conditioner settings screen may be displayed again. 【0119】 As described above, in the first embodiment, the HMI control unit 1011 of the vehicle ECU uses the outer display 23 and the inner display 22 to output various information related to the vehicle and driving. The HMI control unit 1011 outputs information related to occupant convenience and comfort (second information) via an inner display positioned closer to the inside of the vehicle, and outputs information related to vehicle control (first information) via an outer display positioned closer to the outside of the vehicle. With this configuration, the driver of vehicle 1 can intuitively recognize which display unit outputs the information they are looking for, minimizing the time they need to focus their attention on the display. 【0120】 Furthermore, when a notification with a priority level above a predetermined value occurs, the HMI control unit 1011 treats the meter display 21, the inner display 22, and the outer display 23 as a single display and outputs the image corresponding to the notification as a whole. In other words, the HMI control unit 1011 outputs the image corresponding to the notification to a virtual screen positioned across the three displays. With this configuration, regardless of which display the driver is looking at, it becomes possible to naturally guide the driver's gaze to the meter display 21, ensuring that the notification is recognized reliably. 【0121】 (modified version) The embodiments described above are merely examples, and this disclosure may be modified as appropriate without departing from its essence. For example, the processes and means described in this disclosure can be freely combined and implemented, as long as no technical inconsistencies arise. 【0122】 Furthermore, in this embodiment, when a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher occurs, the three displays are treated as a single virtual display and an image is output. However, the target image may be divided into three parts, and the HMI control unit 1011 may control the output of each part of the image to each of the three displays. With this configuration as well, a single image can be displayed on a virtual screen arranged across the three displays. 【0123】 Furthermore, although the embodiment illustrates a configuration in which the meter display 21, inner display 22, and outer display 23 are independent of each other, each display does not necessarily have to be physically independent. 【0124】 For example, the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit according to this disclosure may be realized by a single display 1501, as shown in Figure 15. In the example in Figure 15, the display 1501 has three display areas (display units) indicated by reference numerals 1502, 1503, and 1504. Each of the three display areas is planar, and the space between these display areas is curved. In the illustrated example, display area 1502 functions as the inner display 22 (second display unit), and display area 1503 functions as the outer display 23 (third display unit) (in the case of a right-hand drive vehicle). In addition, display area 1504 functions as the meter display 21 (first display unit). 【0125】 The portion connecting display areas 1502 and 1504 (reference numeral 1505), and the portion connecting display areas 1503 and 1504 (reference numeral 1506), can display images, but are physically curved and distorted, so they are not used as display units in normal configuration. However, if a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher occurs, the image may be output including the curved portion. In other words, the image may be output to a virtual screen that spans the entire display area of ​​the display 1501 (the five display areas 1502, 1503, 1504, 1505, and 1506). 【0126】 Furthermore, in this embodiment, two types of information were exemplified as the second information: information relating to the convenience of the occupants and information relating to the comfort of the occupants. However, the second information may consist of only one of these, or it may include other types of information. Furthermore, in this embodiment, information related to vehicle control was given as an example of the first information, but the first information may include other types of information. 【0127】 Furthermore, a process described as being performed by a single device may be divided and executed by multiple devices. Conversely, a process described as being performed by different devices may be executed by a single device. In a computer system, the hardware configuration (server configuration) by which each function is implemented can be flexibly changed. 【0128】 The present disclosure can also be realized by supplying a computer program implementing the functions described in the embodiments above to a computer, and having one or more processors in the computer read and execute the program. Such a computer program may be provided to the computer by a non-temporary computer-readable storage medium that can be connected to the computer's system bus, or it may be provided to the computer via a network. Non-temporary computer-readable storage mediums include, for example, any type of disk such as magnetic disks (floppy disks, hard disk drives (HDDs), etc.), optical disks (CD-ROMs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs, etc.), read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), EPROM, EEPROM, magnetic cards, flash memory, optical cards, and any type of medium suitable for storing electronic instructions. [Explanation of Symbols] 【0129】 1. Vehicle 10. Vehicle ECU 101... Control device 102...Storage device 103...Communication module 21... Meter display 22. Inner display 23. Outer display 24... Center display 25...Touch panel 26..Audio Unit 30...Body ECU

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[Claim 1] A storage unit that stores an image corresponding to a notification having a priority of a predetermined value or higher among multiple notifications generated in a vehicle, the image including a first region, a second region, and a third region, The vehicle has a first display unit located in front of the steering wheel and on the front side of the vehicle, A second display unit is located to the side of the steering wheel, closer to the inside of the vehicle, A third display unit is located to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle, Under the first condition, different information relating to the vehicle is output to the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit, respectively. In the second situation in which a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher is issued to the occupants of the vehicle, the first region of the image corresponding to the notification is output to the first display unit, the second region to the second display unit, and the third region to the third display unit, respectively. An information processing device having a control unit that performs the following: In-vehicle systems, including those mentioned above. [Claim 2] A first display unit is located in front of the steering wheel of the vehicle and on the front side of the vehicle, A second display unit is located to the side of the steering wheel, closer to the inside of the vehicle, A third display unit is located to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle, Under the first condition, independent display control is performed for the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. In a second situation where a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher is issued to the occupants of the vehicle, display control related to the notification is performed by a virtual screen arranged across the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. An information processing device having a control unit that performs the following: In-vehicle systems, including those mentioned above. [Claim 3] Each of the aforementioned notifications further has a storage unit that stores a corresponding image, The in-vehicle system according to claim 2. [Claim 4] The aforementioned images each include a first region, a second region, and a third region, The control unit outputs the first region of the image to be output to the first display unit, the second region to the second display unit, and the third region to the third display unit. The in-vehicle system according to claim 3. [Claim 5] The first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit are a plurality of displays arranged in a straight line. The in-vehicle system according to claim 2. [Claim 6] The first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit are display areas arranged linearly on a single display device. The in-vehicle system according to claim 2. [Claim 7] The second and third display units are positioned in the front-rear direction of the vehicle, protruding further to the rear than the first display unit. The in-vehicle system according to claim 2. [Claim 8] The second display unit and the third display unit are positioned in the front-rear direction of the vehicle, on the side of the steering wheel gripping portion that is further forward of the vehicle. The in-vehicle system according to claim 7. [Claim 9] The control unit, The second display unit outputs second information which includes at least information related to the convenience of the vehicle's occupants. The third display unit outputs third information, which includes at least information related to the control of the vehicle. The in-vehicle system according to claim 2. [Claim 10] The information related to the control of the vehicle includes information for notifying the status of the components of the vehicle. The in-vehicle system according to claim 9. [Claim 11] Information relating to the convenience of the occupants of the vehicle includes information for providing entertainment to the occupants of the vehicle. The in-vehicle system according to claim 9. [Claim 12] A vehicle equipped with the in-vehicle system according to any one of claims 1 to 11. [Claim 13] An information processing device mounted on a vehicle, comprising: a first display unit disposed in front of the steering wheel and on the front side of the vehicle; a second display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the inside of the vehicle; and a third display unit disposed to the side of the steering wheel and closer to the outside of the vehicle, Under the first condition, independent display control is performed for the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. In a second situation where a notification with a priority of a predetermined value or higher is issued to the occupants of the vehicle, display control related to the notification is performed by a virtual screen arranged across the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit. An information processing device having a control unit that performs the following.

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