Side View Assist is a new technology, designed for scooters, that monitors the vehicles' blind spots and helps prevent the rider from selecting a riding trajectory that puts them at risk for crossing paths with other vehicles. This technology is one of a whole range of upgrades announced for the 2016 scooter line-up of BMW Motorrad.
The system's workings are pretty simple yet highly effective. When a rider uses their indicators to signal a change in trajectory -- for example, if they are looking to change lanes on the highway -- the system warns them if other vehicles are moving within the radius that is being monitored.
On the C650 GT for example, Side View Assist activates at speeds from 25 to 80 km/h and detects vehicles when the difference in speed doesn't go beyond 10 km/h. This high-tech technology could go a long way towards reducing incidence of road accidents.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Scooter Safety Technology
- Side View Assist is a new technology for scooters that helps prevent collisions with vehicles.
- Rider Assist Systems
- Side View Assist is part of a range of upgrades announced for BMW Motorrad scooter line-up.
- Road Accident Prevention
- Side View Assist could significantly reduce the incidence of road accidents on scooters.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Motorcycle Manufacturing
- BMW Motorrad's scooter line-up is introducing new technology to enhance rider safety.
- Smart Mobility
- The development of scooter safety technology contributes to the advancement of smart mobility solutions.
- Automotive Safety
- Side View Assist can be seen as a disruptive innovation opportunity for improving road safety in the automotive sector.
