Proximity detectors provide an audible and/or visual warning to drivers when their vehicle is too close to another vehicle, object or person. They can range in type from parking sensors to collision warning devices.
Parking sensors are increasingly available as ‘factory-fitted’ technology, but are easily installed after vehicle manufacture. Sensors are usually located at the front and/or rear of the vehicle, and are of particular benefit where there is a higher risk of low-speed impact incidents, such as within car parks, delivery areas and other locations with restricted manoeuvrability.
The more advanced proximity devices are designed to alert drivers whilst driving at normal speed, detecting proximity to other vehicles, usually the vehicle in front but also vehicles at either side. They can be particularly useful in assisting drivers to maintain a safe stopping distance.
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