GM to Offer Intelligent Vehicles by the End of the Decade
U.S. auto giant General Motors says it will begin selling cars that will almost drive themselves before the end of the decade.
The system, called "Super Cruise," uses radar and cameras to steer the car and keep it between lane lines. The radar also has the ability to keep cars a safe distance from one another, and it can brake to a complete stop if necessary.
"The steering control is the big additional piece," said John Capp, GM's director of electrical controls and active safety technology.
Some manufacturers have automated cruise control systems that use radar but nothing on the level that could steer vehicles.
GM gave a demonstration of the system Wednesday in Michigan. Of concern is having drivers become too complacent while driving so there will have to be a safety feature to prevent this.
"Super Cruise will be designed in a way to help you keep your visual attention on the road ahead," Green said. "The 'how' is something that will become more apparent as we show Super Cruise in its later versions."