Our Sunnyvale Ford technicians and sales teams get many questions about blind-spot monitors. These new tech tools are designed to help keep you safe. The following information can help you understand how blind-spot monitors work and what they can do for you.
Blind-spot monitors help drivers police visual field zones that are notoriously difficult for drivers to see. Common blind-spots are located near the rear sides of the car and just behind the car's bumper. These areas are some of the most frequent sites of collisions.
Blind-spot monitoring systems include sensors embedded in the outside side mirrors and the rear bumper of the vehicle. When these sensors detect a nearby person or object, they emit an alarm or display a dashboard warning. Although not every blind-spot monitoring system includes a camera, they all provide early signs to help Sunnyvale, CA drivers avoid a potential collision.