New auto technology could be present in most new vehicles soon.
According to a series of reports, vehicles are already being equipped with a series of radars and warning technology that ensure that drivers have an opportunity to avoid accidents when they attempt to change lanes in front of an oncoming vehicle. Automakers have been developing features and new technologies that focus on saving lives, saving on fuel and making the driver’s life easier and more comfortable.
According to experts, mainstream vehicles will continue to be developed with safety features that have been unheard of until recently. Innovation is being brought to the public in order to make roads better and keep drivers and passengers safer.
Cameras are also being modified in order to ensure they are lighter and cheaper to produce, which could lead to a higher number of vehicles being equipped with these features.
While high-tech features are currently still costly options for most consumers, technology developers are optimistic that up-and-coming features could soon cost much less since the industry is finding new ways to develop these features and ensure they are accessible to most consumers.
Right now, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Honda, Volvo and Infiniti already offer vehicles with automatic braking systems, which makes it less likely for drivers to be involved in accidents. Warning systems also offer a series of benefits. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, collision warning systems can reduce auto crashes by at least 7 percent. When the warning systems and automated braking features are added, the benefit increases.
Automakers have also been working on developing vehicles with cameras that are designed to ensure drivers can see what is going on around them while on the road. Backup cameras could soon be a government requirement feature, according to reports. Firms like Volvo and Subaru already have developed vehicles with front-mounted cameras that, linked with automated braking capacity, can apply the brakes in order to avoid imminent collisions, making these vehicles much safer for pedestrians.
Other technologies also include lane centering and adaptive headlights. According to the official reports, Mercedes-Benz vehicles, as well as some Ford and Toyota models, are equipped with a camera that follows the road, which allows for the system to gently nudge the vehicle while keeping the car in the center of the lane. This technology known as lane centering is now an option also for Prius owners.
Adaptive headlights offer flexibility and more visibility to drivers. According to experts, LEDs are used to fill the space with brightness and dim the lights when it’s bright out. This technology helps drivers to stay focused on the road and what is going around them by ensuring that they can see the space directly in front and around them while operating the vehicle.
Soon, many innovations will be available to most car owners. To learn more about each new technology, follow this link.
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