What is defensive driving?
The factors relating to defensive driving benefits are plentiful. By its definition, defensive driving saves lives, time and money by using training techniques to help drivers respond to adverse conditions of those around them and the actions of others — be they other drivers, pedestrians or both.
Defensive driving training goes far beyond the rules of the road and teaches those smarter, quicker and more responsive actions as reactions for those behind the wheel. Anticipating dangerous situations and/or the mistakes of others helps to reduce the risk of collision by making use of basic principles such as the assured clearance distance from objects ahead to other specifically trained-for driving techniques.
Subaru has always been a confident bastion of safety through both form and function of our vehicles. And not only do we salute and support all the techniques associated with defensive driving benefits, but we proudly put as much technology and innovation to use for the benefit of every Subaru driver.
Difference Between Defensive Driving Vs Eyesight Driver Assist
How does Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist work?
EyeSight Driver Assistance System
Confidence in Motion is a lived ethos and has led to many innovative introductions; one we are particularly proud of is EyeSight driver assist technology.
The cutting-edge technology monitors the road ahead, recognising potentially dangerous driving situations and assisting the driver to reduce the occurrence of forward collisions or completely avoid them. The system does this by detecting the presence of vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and other potential hazards up to 110m in front of it. Our technology works by capturing 3D images through cameras on the front windscreen. If it identifies anything that might be of danger, it warns the driver audibly, urging them to take action and brake. If they don’t, it automatically applies the brakes. Using data from the stereo cameras, the engine, brakes and transmission, the system has the following functions:
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- Pre-Collision Braking System
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Pre-Collision Throttle Management
- Lane Departure and Sway Warning
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Each of these trailblazing technologies has been developed for the exclusive intention of keeping Subaru drivers and their passengers safe, predicting and preventing accidents as best as possible through decisions that the car helps the driver to manage.
We invite you to explore more on each of these features with explanatory videos too by clicking here.
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LED Steering Responsive Headlamps with High Beam Assist
It would be remiss to mention one factor without the others, as so much of the Subaru-engineered technology plays its part in synergy with other, related aspects developed for Subaru safety. Take the LED Steering Responsive Headlamps with High Beam Assist for example. This tech gives you (the driver) a clearer look around each bend with available LED Steering Responsive headlamps which actively track in the direction of a turn to enhance visibility. If you’re approaching oncoming traffic at night, auto high beams will sense the road ahead and automatically switch to low beam.
It would be safe to say that Subaru technology is its own form of defensive driving (advanced driving) , putting those who own our cars in the most advantageous position to make informed decisions that protect and preserve their driving experience on roads all around the globe.
If safety is as high on your priorities list when it comes to anything-car related — and it should be — then you should talk to us about which from the range of six Subaru vehicles on offer is best for you and your lifestyle. Call us on +27 11 608 0116 or email info@subaru.co.za and a skilled member of our team will be happy to assist you. Alternatively, use our store locator to find your nearest dealership, and of course if you’re looking to experience the Subaru SUV (or any of our other models) first-hand, you will want to get behind the steering wheel and book a test drive today.
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