# Pedestrian-Friendly Headlights The Ford Lights Uses Infrared Technology to Detect Fringe Obstacles By Meghan Young | Published 2015-07-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-lights References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2015/7/19/9000437/ford-spotlight-adaptive-headlights-announced) & [ford](http://www.ford.com) Traditional car headlights have been going through small upgrades throughout the years and these [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-security-system) lights show just where they are heading. While drivers benefit greatly from added illumination on the road, there are dangerous restrictions to what is lit. These Ford lights ensure drivers are aware of almost everything thanks to the use of [infrared sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-system1). These sensors detect thermal data, which then triggers another set of independent, [swivelling lights to illuminate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/munchkin-night-owl) the particular area that a pedestrian or animal might be traveling. The Ford lights are accompanied by a display within the car that adds even more insight by highlighting the pedestrian in a bright yellow box. Although still in its prototype stage, the Ford lights are able to detect up to eight objects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Infrared Headlights:** The use of infrared sensors to enhance car headlights and detect obstacles could disrupt the automotive industry. - **Pedestrian Detection Technology:** The ability to detect pedestrians and highlight them in a display could become a standard feature in future car models. - **Swivelling Lights:** The implementation of swivelling lights that illuminate specific areas could revolutionize the way drivers interact with their headlights. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry could benefit from integrating infrared technology in their car headlights to differentiate themselves in the market. - **Technology:** The technology industry can take advantage of the potential applications of infrared sensors beyond headlights, such as in security or military equipment. - **Safety:** The safety industry can benefit from the implementation of pedestrian detection technology in other contexts, such as in hospitals or public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Illuminating Car Headlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd-matrix.md) - [Automated Adjustment Headlamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptev-headlamp.md) - [Autonomous Driving Headlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-driving-marker-lights.md) - [Tech-Enhanced Safety Bike Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rear-bike-light.md) - [Night Vision Driving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auto-ai-night-vision-system-infiray-nv2.md) - [AI-Powered Vehicle Security Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-security-system.md) - [Tech-Visible Bike Reflectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radian-wingman.md) - [Truck-Specific Driver Assistance Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/driver-assistance-system.md) - [Autonomous Road-Assessing Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lane-monitoring.md)