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At the 2008 International CES, Delphi is showcasing a "must see" concept cockpit system that is specially designed to optimize the driver's interaction with vehicle. The Delphi Information, Convenience, Protection (ICP) demonstration vehicle is ergonomically and technologically engineered to help address the critical issue of driver inattention. With this unique design, drivers can perform the necessary tasks while keeping their hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road to addresses the critical issue of driver inattention. The Delphi ICP vehicle is being shown at Delphi's exhibit (#5206) in the North Hall of the Las Vegas North Convention Center, January 7-10, 2008.
"We are helping to integrate the driver with the vehicle system using human machine interface (HMI) in the ICP vehicle," said Jugal Vijayvargiya, Delphi Electronics & Safety Controls & Security lead executive. "The system effectively connects the driver to the vehicle cockpit and control functions and minimizes driver distraction. In addition to enhancing safety, the HMI element of a vehicle is very important in overall consumer satisfaction and acceptance of their cars and trucks."
Delphi's ICP vehicle places controls that require driver attention all within a 20-degree forward field of view. Government and University research shows that when a driver's attention can remain focused on the road within this 20-degree field of view the number of accidents due to distraction can be reduced.
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