GM wants drivers to take their eyes off the road by 2028
The technology is expected to debut in the Cadillac Escalade IQ electric SUV.However, GM still has plenty to prove before drivers can safely look away from traffic.
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Register free now at CyberGuyLive.com.IKEA TURNS TO DRIVERLESS SEMIS WITH NOBODY IN THE CABGM plans to introduce eyes-off driving in the Cadillac Escalade IQ by 2028, allowing drivers to look away from the road under approved conditions.(General Motors)GM already offers Super Cruise, a hands-free driving system available on more than 20 models across Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC and Buick.
It can manage steering, acceleration and braking on compatible roads under certain conditions.However, drivers must continue watching the road and remain ready to take control.The next version of Super Cruise would remove that constant attention requirement when the eyes-off feature is active.
GM plans to introduce it on compatible highways before eventually expanding to other roads.The system will use lidar, radar and cameras to monitor its surroundings.
Turquoise lights on the dashboard and exterior mirrors will signal when eyes-off driving is available and active.GM says the technology could arrive as early as 2028.
However, the launch depends on further development, safety testing and other requirements.Availability will a...