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Valeo Raytheon Systems Equips Jaguar With Blind Spot Detection
PARIS, September 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Valeo announces today that its award winning Blind Spot detection system will be launched on the 2008 model Jaguar XF. The system continuously monitors the rear blind spots on both sides of the vehicle using radars located behind the rear bumper. When a vehicle is present in either blind spot, the driver is alerted to this potential hazard by a visible icon displayed in the side view mirror. This highly accurate radar-based blind spot detection sensor technology works in all weather conditions The system is expected to contribute to reducing collisions with unseen vehicles during lane change maneuvers. This technology recently received a 2007 PACE Award in the product innovation category. "Blind spot detection is an important active driving assistance technology that can help to improve drivers' awareness of their vehicles' surroundings, and make roads safer. This innovation will increase pleasure and comfort while driving", says Thierry Morin, Valeo Chairman & CEO. Valeo is an independent industrial group dedicated to the design, production and sale of components, integrated systems and modules for cars and trucks. It is one of the world's leading automotive suppliers. The Group has 133 production sites, 67 R&D centers, 9 distribution platforms, and employs 72,300 people in 29 countries worldwide. For more information about the Group and its activities, please visit our web site http://www.valeo.com For all additional information, please contact: Claire Vidal Pilo Media Relations Tel: +33-1-40-55-21-26 claire.vidal-pilo@valeo.com Sylvie Delion Media Relations Tel: +33-1-40-55-20-96 sylvie.delion@valeo.com
