Ford is introducing its very own version of automatic high beam assistance function. Called the Glare-Free Highbeam, the feature works together with the adaptive front lighting system and will be available in the new S-Max, Galaxy and soon in the Edge SUV.
In essence, the technology works to automatically provide more lighting on dark roads when needed, without dazzling oncoming motorists and cyclists. It was developed by a global team of Ford engineers and supplier partners, with testing carried out in a purpose-built light simulation area and test drives in night-time conditions all over the world.
The system utilises a windshield-mounted camera to detect the headlights or taillights of vehicles and bicycles in front (up to 800 metres away at night). A pair of specially developed headlights are used to block light which could blind other drivers and cyclists ahead.
As mentioned, Glare-Free Highbeam works in tandem with Ford’s auto high-beam system and also LED headlights with adaptive front lighting system. The latter will adjust the headlight’s beam angle and intensity to one of seven settings according to speed, ambient light, steering angle, distance to the vehicle in front and windscreen wiper activation.
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hopefully this function can be off for all the future cars as on our Malaysia road is full with driver pasang super spotlight which can make your eyes blind. at least i still can shoot and fight back with my tiny little highbeam headlight.