Lexus Moves One Step Closer to a World Without Crashes
PLANO, Texas, June 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) there were nearly 6.5 million reported crashes in 2017 (the most recent available data) many of which were avoidable. Collisions that result in injury can often be caused by a delay in a driver's recognition of the situation and his or her ability to react accordingly.
In a move to help prevent such accidents before they happen, the Lexus Safety System+ will be a standard feature in all US Lexus vehicles starting with the 2020 model year. "We are working toward preventing crashes before they happen," said David Christ, group vice president and general manager, Lexus Division. "That's why we have developed some of the most advanced safety features on the road today, and now those systems will be standard equipment on every model we sell."
Designed to help protect drivers, passengers and pedestrians, the Lexus Safety System+ is an integrated suite of four advanced active safety packages anchored by automated pre-collision warning and braking. They include:
-- Pre-Collison System with Pedestrian DetectionThis system is engineered
to help detect a preceding vehicle or a pedestrian in front of the Lexus
under certain conditions. Should the system detect a pedestrian or a
potential frontal collision, it's designed to activate an audible and
visual alert while automatically preparing Brake Assist for increased
braking response. If the driver does not brake in time, the system is
designed to automatically begin braking before impact and, in some
cases, can even bring the vehicle to a stop.
-- Lane Departure AlertThis system utilizes a high-resolution camera to
monitor visible lane markings and determine the vehicle's position
within a lane. If an inadvertent lane departure or potential departure
due to swaying is detected at speeds above 32 mph, the system attempts
to alert the driver with audio and visual warnings and steering wheel
vibrations.
-- Intelligent High BeamsTo help provide added visibility for the Lexus
driver as well as other motorists, Intelligent High Beams offer added
illumination to help keep the driver focused on the road. When the road
ahead is clear, the system defaults to high-beam mode, then temporarily
switches to low beams when it detects the headlamps or taillamps of
vehicles ahead.
-- Dynamic Radar Cruise ControlThis system uses radar and camera technology
to help maintain a preset speed and following distance from the vehicle
ahead. If driving at highway speeds and the road ahead clears, the
vehicle returns to its preset speed.
A Future-Focused History of Commitment to Safety
Offering Lexus Safety System+ standard in the entire Lexus lineup, all its vehicles represent the latest milestone in the brand's 30-year history of creating and providing advancements and innovations in safety - designed to help prevent crashes and protect people. "A world without crashes is what we envision," notes Christ. "It's an ambitious goal, but one we're committed to achieve."
Additional groundbreaking Lexus safety innovations include crash testing ingenuity and real-world safety.
-- Total Human Model for SafetyThe development of many Lexus vehicle safety
features benefits from the Total Human Model for Safety, or THuMS,
virtual crash dummy software. Unlike typical dummy models which
provide 119 data points, THuMS provides millions of data points and
represents actual humans in detail, including the outer
shape as well as bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and
internal organs--enough to detect even a scrape or bruise. This
means crash tests can be conducted to determine the impact on--and
solutions for--an unprecedented number of potential collisions on a
nearly endless variety of humans, from large to small, young to old, and
even gender differences. THuMS technology represents such a breakthrough
in human safety, that it has been shared with a dozen other automakers
and research labs around the world.
-- Advanced Driving SimulatorDeveloped to better understand driver
behavior, Lexus designed and built one of the world's most advanced
driving simulators. A massive, multidimensional structure covering a
space the size of a football field, this futuristic simulator can travel
the equivalent of 186 miles per hour, tilt up to 30 degrees, and move in
six directions at once. Inside, ordinary drivers--in an actual Lexus
vehicle--navigate their way through a 360-degree virtual world. This
allows their reactions to be analyzed in real-world situations without
real-world consequences.
About Lexus
Lexus' passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its customers. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 241 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With six models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers eight F SPORT models and two F performance models. Lexus is committed to being a visionary brand that anticipates the future for luxury customers.
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