Automobile control system and automobile control method based on traffic light recognition

The invention discloses an automobile control system based on traffic light recognition, which comprises a controller and a video camera connected with the controller. The controller comprises a communication module, an image processing module and an information processing module connected with the communication module and the image processing module. The invention further discloses a control method corresponding to the control system. The control method includes: acquiring images of road conditions before a vehicle, extracting characteristic information in the images; and performing corresponding judgment according to the characteristic information of the images and operating information of the vehicle. Corresponding feasible voice prompts are provided for a driver in judgment of passing through crossings, and accuracy of driving judgment of the driver can be improved greatly. Further, even the driver makes false judgment and insists on passing through the crossings, the automobile control system can automatically control the vehicle to decelerate and brake, automobile collision accidents can be avoided, and physical safety of drivers and other people can be guaranteed.