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Nissan says it will introduce two pioneering technologies in its new Fuga, set for release in Japan this month - the world's first Distance Control Assist and navigation-enabled Intelligent Cruise Control systems.
Distance Control Assist determines the following distance of the driver's vehicle, as well as the relative speed of both vehicles, using a radar sensor installed in the front bumper. When a vehicle approaches close to the vehicle ahead and the accelerator is not engaged, the system activates the brakes to decelerate smoothly.
Alternatively, if the accelerator is engaged, the acceleration actuator is activated through a "push-back" mechanism to help the driver to release the pedal. In a situation when the vehicle ahead slows down or brakes, requiring the driver to respond by braking, the system instantly alerts the driver through message and audio warnings.
Simultaneously, the system pushes back the accelerator to assist the driver to switch to the brakes.
