In an earlier blog we looked briefly into Advanced Driver Assistance Sytems, or ADAS for short. We then delved deeper into the various ADAS technologies and how they can help keep us safe, starting with those designed primarily for motor driving. Now we look at the ADAS technologies that can help with day-to-day driving.

Automatic Emergency Braking

Automatic emergency braking (AEB) uses sensors, cameras, or radar to identify the potential for a collision with an object that's in your path. If the system identifies a danger, it will alert the driver or even take preventive measures such as tightening seat belts and reducing speed. It's essentially like having an ever-alert co-pilot watching for any danger that you might miss.

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

Rear cross-traffic alert is designed to alert drivers to potential hazards that are approaching from the sides when the vehicle is in reverse. It helps reduce the chances of an accident when reversing out of a space, such as hitting another vehicle or a pedestrian. If something is there, it will provide an audio alert, usually in the form of a beeping noise.

Hill-Start Assist

No one likes hill starts, especially learner drivers, but now there’s help. Hill-start assist holds the brakes on for a moment after your foot leaves the brake and goes to the throttle, thus preventing the car from rolling back.

Active Headlights

Active or adaptive headlights automatically switch between full and dipped beams if they notice oncoming traffic. It will also control the vehicle's headlights to external lighting conditions, meaning that if you get in the car while the light is fading, your headlights will automatically be on.

Automatic Parking

Automatic parking is probably one of the most useful safety technologies on the market. By using a combination of radars, sensors, and cameras, your car will park itself. All you need to do is sit back and relax. It's worth noting that automatic parking incorporates a lot of other safety systems, such as rearview cameras and front and rear parking sensors.

We hope you found our Advanced Driver Assistance Systems blogs useful. If you would like to have your ADAS checked just give us a call on 01202 694758 or email us at info@star-tech.co.uk