Volvo to add virtual co-driver system to reduce accidents whilst in traffic

摘要

Sweden - Truck manufacturer, Volvo Truck Corporation of Gothenburg, is developing a system to help reduce the number of accidents which commonly occur in slow moving traffic. It states that a survey by the European Truck Accident Causation Study shows that 47% of all truck accidents take place in situations that are either repetitive and monotonous such as traffic jams or are stressful, such as at crossroads and road works. Volvo Trucks states that it is developing the technology to help to ensure that this type of accident becomes less frequent.