Infographic: Small degree, big impact - Why driver assist systems should be on your radar

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Driver assist systems are becoming increasingly more common in today’s cars. Cameras are often mounted to the windscreen to enable systems such as autonomous emergency braking and lane deviation warnings to function correctly. A camera that is misaligned by as little as one degree can have devastating consequences.

Despite the risks, 68% of drivers ignore their vehicle manufacturer’s advice to calibrate their safety system, whilst 53% of dealerships gave inaccurate information about calibration.

This infographic illustrates why driver assist systems should be on your radar and the key safety benefits provided by accurately calibrated systems.