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How does connected vehicle technology help vehicles detect hazards beyond direct view?
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Connected vehicle technology enhances road safety by enabling automobiles to communicate with other vehicles and infrastructure using radio signals.1
Unlike sensors that rely solely on direct line-of-sight, such as cameras, radar, or lidar, connected vehicle technology allows cars to "see" their surroundings by exchanging data with other road users and infrastructure. This exchange creates a comprehensive, real-time picture of the environment, allowing vehicles to detect hazards, other vehicles, and pedestrians even when they are not within the driver's or the vehicle's direct visual view. By providing this expanded awareness, the technology helps create a safer environment for all road users.1