CONNECTED CAR
CONNECTED CAR
There are multiple factors that determine safety and efficiency on the road – millions of them actually . With more possibilities for danger and potential delays around every corner , drivers are less able than computers to see all the signs and determine the best course of action . In a heartbeat – or even less than – an advanced driver assistance system ( ADAS ) can save a life or allow a driver to take a turn that could shave off minutes on their travel times .
Making use of an abundance of data , ADAS encompasses various functions – such as the lane control mechanism found in recent cars , emergency braking , pedestrian detection , and parking assistance – and is even becoming so smart that it can determine when the driver is drowsy or driving under the influence of illegal substances .
It ’ s difficult to see what technology can ’ t do for us as drivers , which is why the conversation has shifted towards autonomy ; questions abound for the moment autonomous driving officially takes the wheel forever . But will it actually happen in the way we imagine ? Or is ADAS simply a proof-of-concept , indicating that drivers could rely more on data-driven AI to prevent collisions on the road ?
As of July 2022 , EU regulation was put into place to ensure that ADAS is available across its entire automotive industry . ADAS is now mandatory for certain functions in all new cars , and includes advanced emergency braking systems ( AEBS ), lane departure warning systems ( LDWS ), speed assistance , rear-view cameras , and alcohol interlock installation – systems that prevent the driver from using the car with too much alcohol in their blood .
52 [ June 2023 ] EVMAGAZINE . COM