How this technology works
Lane keeping assistance helps you correct the course of your vehicle. Most systems use a forward-looking camera that detects lane markings in front of the vehicle. It applies a brief corrective action (steering or braking) or it can provide additional steering force and make a warning sound if your vehicle starts to drift outside the lane without using a turn signal. Some systems also assist to keep the vehicle centered within the lane.
Description
A car’s sensors monitor the position of the lane markings ahead as automatic steering keeps the car in the lane.
Operation
- These systems may only operate over limited speed ranges. Most systems operate at speeds over 70 km/hr
- Drivers must turn on these systems by using a button on the dashboard
- Drivers may override the lane keeping assistance if necessary
Other names for this technology
- Active lane assist
- Intelligent lane intervention
- Lane change assistant
- Lane departure prevention
- Lane keeping aid
- Lane keeping assist
- Lane keeping assistant
- Lane keeping system
- LaneSense
- Steering assist
Things for drivers to keep in mind
- These systems must be able to identify lane markings to work
- These systems won't react if you plan to change lanes through a steering movement, or by using the turn signal
- These systems do not react on tight bends, if lane markings are poor or missing, or if you take your hands off of the steering wheel
- These systems may have limited operating speed ranges. Make sure you know what they are for your vehicle
- These systems require the driver to keep his/her hands on the wheel
- You should read your owner's manual to learn about your vehicle's system, including its capabilities and limits