Volvo Car reveals world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake

Volvo has rolled out yet another world first in automotive history - technology that detects and automatically brakes for cyclists swerving out in front of the car. This new function is a further evolution of Volvo's current detection and auto brake technology. The new package will be called Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with full auto brake. All cars equipped with pedestrian detection will also incorporate cyclist detection. Counteracts accidents According to accident data, about 50% of all cyclists' fatalities in European traffic are as a result of a collision with a car. Volvo Cars' new Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection technology will counteract these statistics. There are no official cyclist injury / fatality statistics for Southern Africa, but it's a fact that the number is high and Pedestrian Detection will undoubtedly be a sought-after feature as it provides protection for both cyclists and Volvo drivers. New advanced software, including improved rapid vision processing, has made it possible to extend Volvo's existing detection and auto brake technology to monitor cyclists as well. Our solutions for avoiding collisions with pedestrians and cyclists are unique in the industry. By covering more and more objects and situations, we reinforce our world-leading position within automotive safety. We keep moving towards our long-term vision to design cars that do not crash, says Doug Speck, Senior Vice President Marketing, Sales and Customer Service at Volvo Car Group. The advanced sensor system scans the area ahead. If a cyclist heading in the same direction as the car suddenly swerves out in front of the car and a collision is imminent, there is an instant warning and full braking power is applied. The car's speed initial speed obviously plays a large role in the outcome. If a collision can't be avoided entirely, the brake application will at least slow the vehicle down as much as possible - a lower speed of impact means that the risk of serious injury is significantly reduced.