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they do. But just how necessary they all are remains to be seen. CMbelieves ESP should be moved from the options list to the standard specification. Such a capable and active safety system. and one that makes a valid contribution to operational safety. should not be used to prise yet more money from operators wallets.
As for adaptive cruise control and lane monitoring systems, well, were less convinced of their value — particularly in an industry that is led by high levels of driver training and professionalism. Electronic systems that take too much responsibility from a driver could lead to lapses in concentration and increases in boredom, which in turn can cause unnecessary risk-taking, as these systems. and others like them, become far too easily relied upon.