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Analysis of the Next Generation Volvo  

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* BLIS - Blind Spot Information System: warning system mounted in door mirror * Adaptive Cruise Control using radar sensors to monitor distance to other cars * Warning system and automatic braking if there is a risk of collision * IC - Door mounted Inflatable Curtain for next Volvo convertible BLIS - Blind Spot Information System Volvo's concept cars and their technology often transfer to production cars. Volvo's recent Safety Concept Car previewed the new BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) as one of its safety features designed to avoid accidents happening in the first place by improving the driver's visibility. Blind spots represent a serious hazard to a driver's rear visibility, particularly when changing lanes. Volvo was first to introduce a wide-angle mirror on the driver's side, and now its BLIS takes the next step using digital camera technology2 and a monitoring system to watch for vehicles on...

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