New radar technology on S-MAX and Galaxy helping Ford drivers
Radar system
Ford has a useful accessory on its new Ford S-MAX and Galaxy range called the Blind Spot Information System which uses advanced radar technology to detect vehicles hidden in their blind spot. An LED warning light illuminates in the corresponding wing mirror to indicate that a vehicle is present.
Dr Torsten Wey, Ford’s driver assistance technologies supervisor said,”In busy traffic, it’s very easy to lose sight of vehicles when they move into your blind spot. With its distinctive warning light, this system helps drivers think twice before switching lanes or changing direction without checking their blind spot, hopefully preventing a collision or a near miss.
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The new Ford S-MAX and Galaxy go on sale next month and will the first models in the Ford range to offer this cost option at £325. It will also feature on the next generation C-MAX and Focus which are set to be launched during the next 12 months.
The system uses two sophisticated multi-beam radars which are mounted in outer corners of the rear bumper. The radar unit monitors around three metres either to the rear of the car and around three metres either side of the vehicle and operates at speeds from as low as 6mph.
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