Advances in technology have cars easier and safer to operate. Collision avoidance systems are among the most important new driver safety features, as they help people prevent accidents before they occur. These systems use lasers, radar technology, and cameras to detect obstacles in the road and help you avoid them. Many new vehicles are built to include collision avoidance systems, making them accessible to drivers.

How will this driver safety equipment protect you? Consider the following features:

• Rear Traffic Alert: Many collisions occur when someone is backing out of a parking spot or driveway and doesn’t see the vehicle behind them. Collision avoidance systems solve this problem by using sensors to detect cross traffic from the rear end of the vehicle. They notify the driver of the oncoming traffic with a chirp and a light display on the dashboard.
• Collision Warning With Autobrake: A precrash warning system uses cameras, radar, or lasers to warn drivers that they may be about to rear end someone. If the driver ignores the warning, the brakes are precharged, so they can automatically deploy and prevent a collision. Whether the driver in front of you has slammed on their brakes, or you’re following another car too closely, these automatic braking systems and collision warnings help keep enough space between you and other vehicles.
• Blind Spot Monitoring: Blind spots are a common driver safety hazard, but new technology helps motorists see around these problem areas. The system uses cameras or radar waves to scan the space around the vehicle to identify moving objects in the blind spot. They quietly notify drivers of the vehicle via a light on the dashboard or an audible chime.

These new features play an important role in driver safety, especially when they are combined with good habits on the road. Whether you are a new driver or have years of experience behind the wheel, The Driving School wants to protect you. For over 25 years, they have provided quality instruction seven days a week and will gladly pick you up from home, school, or work for your driving lesson. They have four convenient locations throughout Ohio, with schools in Fairfield, Ross, Butler, and Oxford. Call (513) 523-7001 to learn about current rates, and visit them online to see their course schedule.