PARIS, September 24 /PRNewswire/ -- This innovation is the result of two years of cooperation between Valeo
and Citroen, and will be fitted on the new Citroën C4 and C5. Using infrared
beams linked to an electronic control unit, the lane departure warning system
monitors the lane markings ahead of the car. If the car strays over the line
without the indicator being activated, the driver is alerted by the vibration
of his seat on the side of the line being crossed.
Innovating in driving comfort and road safety
Preventing unintentional lane changes in this way will help to avoid a large number of accidents. The latest figures show that drowsiness and inattention cause a third of accidents in Europe and the United States. The system will also remind people to use their indicators.
Valeo
Innovating in driving comfort and road safety
Preventing unintentional lane changes in this way will help to avoid a large number of accidents. The latest figures show that drowsiness and inattention cause a third of accidents in Europe and the United States. The system will also remind people to use their indicators.
Valeo
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