Standout Features of Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

In the realm of automotive safety, Toyota continues to set the bar high with its latest iteration of the Toyota Safety Sense suite, TSS 3.0. This advanced collection of safety technologies builds on the solid foundation of its predecessor, adding new features and enhancing existing ones to offer an even more comprehensive safety package.

Enhanced Pre-Collision System

One of the cornerstones of TSS 3.0 is the improved Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection. This system has been upgraded with advanced sensors, boosting its detection capabilities significantly. Not only does it recognize pedestrians and bicyclists with greater accuracy, but it now also includes the ability to detect motorcyclists, a crucial addition considering the dynamics of today's roadways. The system's intersection support has also been enhanced, further safeguarding drivers in complex driving scenarios.

Proactive Driving Assist: A New Addition

TSS 3.0 introduces Proactive Driving Assist, a groundbreaking feature that epitomizes the suite's forward-thinking approach. Utilizing the vehicle’s camera and radar, this system offers gentle braking into curves and assists with steering and distance control in the presence of vehicles, pedestrians, or bicyclists. It's important to note that Proactive Driving Assist complements, rather than replaces, the Pre-Collision System, functioning in different circumstances to enhance overall driving safety.

Advanced Lane Departure Alert and Lane Tracing Assist

The Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist now boasts enhanced lane recognition, capable of detecting 3D objects like guardrails. This improvement helps define lanes more accurately, offering better guidance and safety. Similarly, Lane Tracing Assist has been refined to not only keep the vehicle within its lane but also to provide additional space when passing vehicles in adjacent lanes. This system now includes an Emergency Driving Stop System, designed to intervene during instances of driver inattention or non-responsiveness, bringing the vehicle to a safe stop if necessary.

Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

Dynamic Radar Cruise Control in TSS 3.0 has been upgraded to include a fourth following distance setting, adding to the previous three. This enhancement allows for more precise distance keeping from the vehicle ahead. Additionally, the system's vehicle detection capabilities have been expanded. It can now recognize multiple preceding vehicles and those in adjacent lanes, ensuring smoother and more natural speed adjustments, especially during lane changes.

Road Sign Assist 

Road Sign Assist in TSS 3.0 has broadened its horizons with expanded sign detection capabilities. It now includes additional crucial signs at intersections and warning signs like pedestrian crossings. This feature plays a vital role in keeping drivers informed about their immediate driving environment, enhancing awareness and safety.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 stands as a testament to Toyota's commitment to advancing automotive safety technology. With enhancements in critical areas like collision prevention, lane departure assistance, cruise control, and road sign recognition, TSS 3.0 offers drivers an unparalleled level of safety and peace of mind. These innovations not only protect the occupants of Toyota vehicles but also contribute to the overall safety of the roadways, making them safer for everyone.