Garmin International Inc. just announced the release of a new line of smart cycling devices, which will include smart bike lights and rearview bike radar. Designed to help keep cyclists safe, the 'Varia' system will warn when oncoming traffic is approaching.
The system is made up of two components, both of which are seamlessly integrated. The first device is a series of smart bike lights, which will change color according to conditions and the speed of the cyclist. These lights work in conjunction with the Varia rearview bike radar, which warns cyclists of vehicles approaching behind them. The radar system is able to detect vehicles up to 140 meters behind the user and will also warn of vehicles approaching ahead.
The system is innovative because it not only alters cyclists to vehicles approaching them, but the use of smart bike lights also helps to ensure that drivers are aware of the cyclists as well.
Traffic-Sensing Cycling Devices
This Safety System Provides Cyclists with Rearview Bike Radar
Trend Themes
1. Smart Bike Lights - Innovative use of bike lights that change color according to conditions and the speed of the cyclist can provide an opportunity for tech companies to develop similar products.
2. Rearview Bike Radar - The development of rearview bike radar can provide opportunities for companies specialized in the development of vehicle safety technologies to venture into the cycling industry.
3. Integration of Bike Safety Systems - The seamless integration of the smart bike lights with the Varia rearview bike radar system can provide an opportunity for companies to develop more comprehensive safety systems for cyclists.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - Technology companies can venture into developing cycling safety products, such as smart bike lights and rearview bike radar systems.
2. Vehicle Safety - Companies that specialize in the development of vehicle safety technologies can expand their markets to the cycling industry by developing rearview bike radar systems.
3. Cycling - The development of integrated bike safety systems provides an opportunity for companies specialized in the cycling industry to create more comprehensive safety products.