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Understanding ADAS: Lane Change Assist
As vehicle technology continues to advance, safety features are becoming more intelligent and more involved in everyday driving. One of the most valuable modern ADAS features is lane change assist. Lane change assist helps drivers move between lanes more safely by monitoring adjacent traffic and alerting the driver when another vehicle is detected nearby or…
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ADAS Sensors Guide: The Different Sensors ADAS Systems Use
In recent years, vehicles have become more than just modes of transportation; they’re evolving into sophisticated, intelligent systems that keep drivers safer on the road. One of the key driving forces behind this transformation is Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). These systems rely on a network of sensors to collect and interpret data from a…
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ADAS vs Autonomous Driving: What is the Role of ADAS in Autonomous Driving?
Self-driving or autonomous cars are all the rage these days. However, though the terms are often used interchangeably, there is a distinction between autonomous driving and self-driving as well as ADAS vs autonomous driving. Autonomous driving is the ability of a vehicle to drive itself. On the other hand, self-driving is often thought of…
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ADAS Statistics
ADAS, or advanced driver assistance systems, are vehicle systems that use advanced sensors like radar, sonar, and sophisticated camera sensors to inform safety systems that provide drivers with safety warnings. Some are even advanced enough to provide steering and braking support. To help you get a better idea of ADAS availability and performance, we have gathered…
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ADAS Radar Sensor Guide: Automotive Radar and How it Works
An ADAS radar sensor is an automotive radar unit mounted to a vehicle that provides safety alerts and enables features like Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Cross-Traffic Alert, and Blind Spot Monitoring. Like all Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) components, these radar sensors need recalibration after certain events to keep performing accurately. In this…
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Understanding ADAS: Lane Keep Assist
Noticed an LKAS light on your dash? LKAS, or Lane Keep Assist is a vehicle safety technology that aims to prevent unintentional lane departure crashes. From 2014 to 2018, Lane Keep Assist went from being almost unheard of to being available on 23% of new passenger vehicles in the United States. Five years later, it’s…
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Understanding ADAS: Driver Attention Warning & Drowsiness Detection
One in 25 drivers admit to dozing off while behind the wheel, according to the CDC. As both driver distraction and drowsiness continue to rise, innovative driver assistance systems are becoming increasingly important. Among these advancements, the driver attention warning system stands out as a game-changer in vehicle safety. This essential technology helps prevent accidents…
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ADAS Cameras: How They Work and Why They Need Calibration
Modern vehicles rely heavily on cameras to support critical driver assistance features, and these ADAS cameras are some of the most important sensors in the entire system. They guide lane-keeping, detect obstacles, read traffic signs, and provide the visual data needed for emergency braking and collision avoidance. For these features to work correctly, the camera…
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ADAS Calibration Requirements for Facility Space, Lighting, and More
If you’re just starting your research into adding ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) calibration to your business, then this article is for you. In it, we’ll discuss the basic ADAS calibration requirements for space, lighting, and more. Keep in mind that these requirements may vary depending on your business model and the type of sensor…
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Ford, Honda latest to meet pledge to equip nearly all vehicles with AEB
Written by Dave LaChance. Originally published on Repairer Driven News. Ford and Honda equipped more than 95 percent of their light vehicles with automatic emergency braking (AEB) in the 12 months that ended Aug. 31, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has announced. At the same time, four manufacturers put the safety technology into customers’…
