Quick access to main page (top) Direct access to main contents Quick access to main page (bottom)

Hyundai Casper Electric Introduces First-Ever Pedal Misuse Prevention System

newautopost Views  

More important than any other option?
Hyundai’s Casper Electric
The first South Korean-made vehicle to be equipped with this device

Hyundai’s Casper Electric

Hyundai’s Casper Electric is consistently making headlines. Key highlights include its affordable price range in the low to mid $20,000s, the inclusion of an NCM battery, and a driving range of over 300 km (186 miles). However, another feature of Casper Electric merits further attention.

This model is the first South Korean vehicle equipped with a pedal misoperation safety assistance system. Pedal misoperation can happen to anyone, whether a novice or a veteran driver. Any driver can unconsciously confuse the accelerator pedal and the brake, resulting in incorrect operation. Pedal misoperation occurs frequently worldwide and is an issue for which clear cases exist.

Casper Electric
Casper Electric

Humans are making mistakes
Accidents can be prevented through technology

Humans are smart but not perfect beings. In other words, the driver may be confused enough to press the vehicle pedal incorrectly. However, humans have historically solved their shortcomings by being smart. Pedal misoperation can also be prevented with cutting-edge modern technology.

The pedal misoperation safety assist function installed in Casper Electric is activated when the front and rear obstacles are closed while stopped or driving at low speeds. This function’s operating principle is to reduce accident damage by suggesting deceleration and emergency braking when the driver mistakes the accelerator pedal for the brake pedal and makes a sudden operation.

Casper Electric
Casper Electric

First introduced in South Korea this year
What do other countries do?

Discussions about pedal misoperation are already active around the world. In particular, Japan has been actively speaking out on accidents related to pedal misoperation. Toyota has already been introducing a technology called ICS since 2012. Toyota ICS is a device that detects objects through sound waves, a rear camera, and brakes to alleviate the impact when the vehicle accelerates rapidly due to driver error.

Subsequently, Toyota announced the Pedal Mis-operation Acceleration Control System II, an improved version of ICS technology, in 2020. This technology suppresses acceleration when pedal misoperation is detected, even if there are no obstacles in front of the vehicle. Japan, which recognized social threats in advance and quickly sought solutions, is said to have installed the above devices in 90% of new cars sold in the country as of 2022. Also, Japan plans to make installing a pedal mis-operation prevention device in all new vehicles mandatory starting in June 2025.

Casper Electric
Casper Electric

It’s not a matter of getting emotional
Prevent threats posed by technology with cutting-edge technology

As mentioned earlier, accidents due to pedal misoperation can happen to anyone. Rather than imposing regulations on specific age groups, it would be more constructive for manufacturers to take the lead and actively introduce preventive technologies.

The number of eco-friendly vehicles will gradually increase. Electric cars generally have more robust output than conventional internal combustion engines. Also, maximum torque is exerted from the beginning. If you step on it, it will go the way you do. Moreover, in the case of electric vehicles, there are no gears to control output properly. Threats posed by technology must be prevented with cutting-edge technology. There is a precedent, so we just have to follow it.

newautopost
content@www.kangnamtimes.com

Comments0

300

Comments0

[TECH] Latest Stories

  • Convertible Meets Pickup: Daihatsu’s Basket Concept Still Stuns with Innovative Design
  • Audi's Q6 Sportback e-tron and SQ6 to Hit US in 2025 with 408-Mile Range
  • All-New 500-HP Corolla Cross Race Car: Toyota’s Latest Racing Weapon
  • Nissan’s Armada-Based Pickup Truck with 3.5L V6 Turbo Revealed
  • Mercedes-Benz CLA Unveils Stunning Redesign with 466-Mile Electric Range
  • BYD's EV Teardown Reveals China’s Secrets to Building Cheaper Electric Cars

Weekly Best Articles

  • Convertible Meets Pickup: Daihatsu’s Basket Concept Still Stuns with Innovative Design
  • Audi’s Q6 Sportback e-tron and SQ6 to Hit US in 2025 with 408-Mile Range
  • All-New 500-HP Corolla Cross Race Car: Toyota’s Latest Racing Weapon
  • Nissan’s Armada-Based Pickup Truck with 3.5L V6 Turbo Revealed
  • Mercedes-Benz CLA Unveils Stunning Redesign with 466-Mile Electric Range
  • BYD’s EV Teardown Reveals China’s Secrets to Building Cheaper Electric Cars
  • Cadillac Lyriq V Launches, Bringing New Competition to Tesla’s High-Performance Lineup
  • From Co-Stars to Couple: Kim Woo Seok and Kang Na Eon on Their New Relationship
  • Cha Eun Woo Honored for Impact on Korean Culture, Plans Global Outreach
  • Sunwoo Jung A Praises IU’s Kindness and Talent in Candid Interview
  • GOT7 Leader JAY B Returns from Military Service, Addresses Past Controversies
  • ‘You F***ing Idiot’: Yang Hong Won’s Message t oRapper in Drug Scandal

You May Also Like

  • 1
    Chef Choi’s Shocking Confession: TV Fame Hurt My Restaurant!

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 2
    NewJeans’ Danielle’s Sister, Olivia Marsh, Set to Shine at Major Asian Music Fest

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 3
    TOMORROW X TOGETHER Drops Cinematic ‘Over The Moon’ Teaser—Get Ready to Be Captivated

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 4
    John Park’s Dreamy New Track Stars Hyeri—Fans Can’t Stop Watching

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 5
    Military Duty? No Problem! Jimin Wins October's Best Pick with Over 186 Million Votes

    ENTERTAINMENT 

Popular Now

  • 1
    Yul Hee Takes Over Buzz Rankings After Shocking Divorce Reveal

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 2
    RM's Most Personal Film Yet: The Story Behind 'Right People, Wrong Place'

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 3
    Jang Wonyoung and Woo Do Hwan Dazzle Together in Diamonds at Chopard’s Grand Reopening

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 4
    LE SSERAFIM's 'CRAZY' Hits the Billboard Charts for 8 Weeks Straight

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 5
    BLACKPINK’s JENNIE Rocks Billboard Hot 100 for 2 Weeks Straight with "Mantra"

    ENTERTAINMENT 

Weekly Best Articles

  • Convertible Meets Pickup: Daihatsu’s Basket Concept Still Stuns with Innovative Design
  • Audi’s Q6 Sportback e-tron and SQ6 to Hit US in 2025 with 408-Mile Range
  • All-New 500-HP Corolla Cross Race Car: Toyota’s Latest Racing Weapon
  • Nissan’s Armada-Based Pickup Truck with 3.5L V6 Turbo Revealed
  • Mercedes-Benz CLA Unveils Stunning Redesign with 466-Mile Electric Range
  • BYD’s EV Teardown Reveals China’s Secrets to Building Cheaper Electric Cars
  • Cadillac Lyriq V Launches, Bringing New Competition to Tesla’s High-Performance Lineup
  • From Co-Stars to Couple: Kim Woo Seok and Kang Na Eon on Their New Relationship
  • Cha Eun Woo Honored for Impact on Korean Culture, Plans Global Outreach
  • Sunwoo Jung A Praises IU’s Kindness and Talent in Candid Interview
  • GOT7 Leader JAY B Returns from Military Service, Addresses Past Controversies
  • ‘You F***ing Idiot’: Yang Hong Won’s Message t oRapper in Drug Scandal

Must-Reads

  • 1
    Chef Choi’s Shocking Confession: TV Fame Hurt My Restaurant!

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 2
    NewJeans’ Danielle’s Sister, Olivia Marsh, Set to Shine at Major Asian Music Fest

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 3
    TOMORROW X TOGETHER Drops Cinematic ‘Over The Moon’ Teaser—Get Ready to Be Captivated

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 4
    John Park’s Dreamy New Track Stars Hyeri—Fans Can’t Stop Watching

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 5
    Military Duty? No Problem! Jimin Wins October's Best Pick with Over 186 Million Votes

    ENTERTAINMENT 

Popular Now

  • 1
    Yul Hee Takes Over Buzz Rankings After Shocking Divorce Reveal

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 2
    RM's Most Personal Film Yet: The Story Behind 'Right People, Wrong Place'

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 3
    Jang Wonyoung and Woo Do Hwan Dazzle Together in Diamonds at Chopard’s Grand Reopening

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 4
    LE SSERAFIM's 'CRAZY' Hits the Billboard Charts for 8 Weeks Straight

    ENTERTAINMENT 

  • 5
    BLACKPINK’s JENNIE Rocks Billboard Hot 100 for 2 Weeks Straight with "Mantra"

    ENTERTAINMENT 

Share it on...