When you get behind the wheel of a Chevy, you’re protected by a range of systems designed to make driving safer and easier than ever. They use sophisticated technology like cameras and radar to warn you of potentially dangerous situations. Some of these systems will actively intervene to assist in preventing a collision. We’ll look at some of the Chevy safety features you can expect in 2025 models.
Following Distance Indicator
It can be difficult to judge your following distance, but this can make the difference between a near miss and a collision. This system uses radar beams to detect a vehicle in front of you and accurately measure the distance. This system then displays the distance to the other vehicle’s rear bumper, measured in seconds, on your front screen. Using this information, you immediately know if you need to slow down to increase your distance.
Forward Collision Alert
This feature uses a combination of radar and a camera to identify any vehicle in front of you. It measures the distance to the vehicle and compares it to your current speed to determine if you’re closing too fast and there’s a risk of a collision. If the system determines an accident risk exists, you’ll receive audio and visual warnings so you can take action and avoid the accident.
Automatic Emergency Braking
This system works with forward collision alerts to keep you safe. If an accident appears likely, some drivers can freeze, making an accident inevitable. If you’ve received warning alerts of a potential collision and haven’t reacted, this system automatically intervenes. It applies emergency braking, which stops your vehicle almost instantly.
Front Pedestrian Braking
This system is similar to automatic emergency braking but is more sensitive. It can detect smaller objects like pedestrians or animals and instantly applies hard braking if a potential collision is likely.
IntelliBeam
This feature uses sensors that can control your headlight beams. When driving, high beams give you the improved visibility needed to see vehicles, pedestrians, or objects in your path. Unfortunately, the direct light from these beams can temporarily blind drivers in front of you or headed in your direction.
The sensors detect the headlights or tail lights from other vehicles and automatically switch to low beams. Once the lights leave the sensor’s field of vision, your headlights revert to high beams. The sensors also react to reflected glare from fog or snow and shift to low beams to give you better visibility under these conditions.
If you’d like to know more about your Chevy’s safety systems, contact us today at Charlevoix Chevrolet in Charlevoix, MI.
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