Visteon tests augmented reality HUD for Level 4 autonomy

Augmented reality (AR) head-up displays are emerging as critical equipment for SAE Level 4 autonomous driving, where the operator must completely trust that the vehicle's ADAS sensors and cameras are monitoring and accurately recognizing its surroundings.

Automotive Engineering recently experienced a proof-of-concept demonstrator vehicle fitted with Visteon's latest AR HUD system, at the supplier's Van Buren Twp., MI, headquarters. On the 2015 VW Golf R's windshield, graphics are superimposed over the driver's real-time sight line to indicate objects detected near the vehicle's path. The system also displays relevant driver information, such as lane departure warning, and navigation guidance.