Most modern cars are equipped with Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS).

The futuristic technology that could save your life.

These high-tech safety systems, such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Lane Keeping Assist, are designed to save lives by alerting the driver to a hazard or by automatically taking the necessary action to prevent a collision.

Many different Advanced Driver Assist Systems are now commonly in use by the major vehicle manufacturers and if your car is less than 5 years old, it’s likely to be equipped with one or more of these safety features.

By 2022, up to 11 Advanced Driver Assist Systems will be mandatory on all new cars.

Many modern cars have one or more of the following Advance Driver Assist Systems (ADAS):

Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)

Provides a visual or audible warning if the vehicle is approaching a slower-moving or stationery object and can automatically apply the vehicle’s brakes if the driver does not take appropriate action to avoid a collision.

Adaptive Lighting Control (ALC)

Some adaptive lighting systems use the vehicle’s camera to detect the headlights of oncoming traffic at night and automatically dip the vehicle’s lights

Blind Spot Detection

Radar sensors monitor zones at the side and rear of the vehicle and provide a visual alert when other road users are within the driver’s blind spot.

Parking Assist

The vehicle’s cameras and sensors scan for an appropriate parking space and automatically apply steering and braking inputs to assist the driver with parking the vehicle.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Cruise control that automatically alters the speed of the vehicle to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.

Lane Departure Waring (LDW) and
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)

These systems use the vehicle’s cameras to detect the road markings and will either provide an alert or automatically adjust the steering if it detects the vehicle charging course without indicating.

Road Sign Recognition (RSR)

The vehicle’s camera ‘reads’ the speed limit signs at the side of the road, or on overhead gantries, and the speed limit is displayed on the vehicle’s dashboard or infotainment screen. In future, similar systems will be used to automatically limit the vehicle’s speed.

These high-tech safety systems, such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Lane Keeping Assist, are designed to save lives.