Volvo introduced a new system that can prevent your family from an accident. The City Safety system has a laser sensor which can spot vehicles in front that are too close or could cause a collision by stopping suddenly.
When the system works, the car will come to a halt by itself in order to avoid a crash and it will disable the accelerator. This system works at the speed up to 20mph and it is designed for urban driving.
The system will be standard in the XC60 car, priced from £25,000.
The Car You Can't Crash
Volvo "City Safety Car"
Trend Themes
1. City Safety System - The development of laser sensors for spotting vehicles in front and avoiding collisions presents opportunities for further research into similar safety systems across various industries.
2. Autonomous Driving - The development of the City Safety system can be a stepping stone towards the adoption of autonomous driving, and its potential use in other industries such as shipping and aviation.
3. Urban Driving Assistance - The City Safety system has been designed to aid urban driving, providing opportunities for similar systems in the transportation sector to decrease the number of accidents in urban areas.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The development of the City Safety system presents a major opportunity for innovation and safety improvements in the automotive industry.
2. Transportation Industry - The autonomous driving and collision avoidance capabilities of the City Safety system can be applied to other transportation industries such as shipping and aviation, offering exciting opportunities for innovation in safety systems.
3. Insurance Industry - The implementation of City Safety systems in cars can lead to a decrease in car accidents, potentially disrupting the insurance industry and changing how insurance policies are priced and offered.