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A camera and an eye-safe
laser dot projector are
concealed behind the OLED
display, invisible to the
naked eye.
to prioritize safety and driver convenience.
But the return of the button may be short-lived.
ADAS " completely changes the way you drive on the
highway; you can relax more, " Kevin Kang, senior design
manager and head of Hyundai Design North
America's interior design, team told the publication. In
the future, drivers may be more relaxed while letting
the car do more of the driving for them - and may
welcome back smooth touchscreens.
Garmin will entertain you
At CES 2025, Garmin showcased an updated state-ofthe-art
domain controller that consolidates numerous
systems into a single computing module. It can power
up to six displays - including the instrument cluster
and passenger screens - integrating safety, entertainment,
and customization features. Garmin's design
enables automakers to streamline vehicle electronics,
reducing costs while enhancing functionality.
" The main point for us is that we're integrating lots
of different systems into a single box, " Kip Dondlinger,
product design and planning leader for Garmin, told
SAE Media. " We think that through that integration,
we provide a better product for the end user as well
as a lower cost opportunity for the automaker, because
we're putting everything into a single electronic
control unit. "
Key features include backseat child presence detection,
ultra-wideband capabilities, and driver monitoring
to ensure road focus even amidst rich entertainment
options. Passengers can enjoy personalized
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gaming or streaming experiences at their seats, using Bluetooth
headphones and smartphones that connect to each individual screen.
Garmin is also spotlighting its customizable human-machine interface,
allowing users to personalize their vehicle's display themes,
from sports-inspired designs to completely unique environments.
Importantly, safety-critical functions like speedometers operate in
separate, secure systems to maintain reliability.
Volkswagen connections
Volkswagen is enhancing the connection between drivers and their
vehicles with advanced safety features designed to improve hazard
awareness and road safety. Integrated into Volkswagen's Car-Net
Safe & Secure services, the new features provide real-time alerts directly
to the vehicle's center display. Through the HAAS Alert Safety
Cloud, drivers of equipped VW's receive warnings about nearby hazards,
such as disabled vehicles or emergency responders, enabling
quicker, safer decisions on the road.
Additionally, Volkswagen's adoption of Vehicle H.E.L.P. ensures
that disabled vehicles send digital notifications to warn approaching
drivers of potential risks. This seamless communication between car
and driver reflects Volkswagen's commitment to leveraging innovative
technology to make driving safer for everyone.
OMNIVISION and Phillips
OMNIVISION and Philips have introduced an in-cabin monitoring system
designed to track vital signs such as heart rate and breathing
patterns, with the goal of enhancing driver and passenger comfort.
By integrating this data with vehicle settings, the system promises to
adjust lighting, climate, and even suggest breaks or route changes
based on physiological responses.
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