FCA US said it was committed to use sensor-fusion technology for all its future automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems.
The announcement cames as FCA US joined 19 other automakers to sign the US automobile industry's official 'Commitment to Implement Automatic Emergency Braking Technology'.
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Sensor-fusion technology leverages the combined attributes of radar and cameras. When both agree a frontal collision may be imminent, the vehicle's brakes are activated – a strategy that affords greater precision.
"This decision aligns with our mission to assist drivers and help mitigate crashes," said Mike Dahl, head of vehicle safety and regulatory compliance at FCA North America. "We will proliferate AEB through our vehicle lineup based on this robust, state-of-the-art technology."
Sensor-fusion technology was once reserved for luxury vehicles. Competitive systems use either camera technology or radar sensors.
FCA US features AEB in Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, an available feature for the redesigned 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan. Its launch will mean the US-Italian automaker offers the safety feature in an industry-leading six vehicle segments.
"We've said it before, but it bears repeating – we are committed to the democratisation of advanced safety technologies," Dahl said.
