DRIVE PILOT is classified as an "SAE Level 3 conditionally automated driving" system, allowing drivers to take their eyes off the road. Still, they must be prepared to resume control if necessary. The system is designed to take over driving on highways and in areas with high traffic density. Mercedes-Benz Chief Software Officer Magnus Oestberg stated that the company is seeking approval for its Level 3 driving system in every U.S. state and is currently awaiting certification in California.
Mercedes-Benz's DRIVE PILOT System to Offer Limited Automated Driving in All U.S. States
Mercedes-Benz Chief Software Officer Magnus Oestberg has announced that the company is seeking approval from regulators in every U.S. state to offer its DRIVE PILOT system, which allows for limited automated driving. Oestberg stated that the company has the technology ready to go and is simply awaiting approval from regulators.
The DRIVE PILOT system is classified as an "SAE Level 3 conditionally automated driving" system, allowing a driver to take their eyes off the road. Still, they must be prepared to resume control if necessary. It is designed to take over driving on highways and in areas with high traffic density.
Nevada DMV Issues Certification for Mercedes-Benz's DRIVE PILOT System
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has issued a certificate of compliance for Mercedes-Benz's DRIVE PILOT system, allowing the automaker to deploy the advanced automated driving system on Nevada roads. The DRIVE PILOT system is classified as an "SAE Level 3 conditionally automated driving" system, allowing a driver to take their eyes off the road. Still, they must be prepared to resume control if necessary.
It is designed to take over driving on highways and in areas with high traffic density. The Nevada DMV stated that it does not issue any permit or license based on an autonomous vehicle's level of automation and allows all automation levels to operate on public streets.
Mercedes-Benz's Automatic Lane Change (ALC) Feature Coming to North American Market
Mercedes-Benz has announced that its Automatic Lane Change (ALC) feature will be coming to the North American market. The feature allows a car to automatically initiate a lane change and overtake slower vehicles with the cruise control engaged. This marks the first time the ALC feature will be available in the North American market.
