Visibility Vol 15 Issue 3, 2021


Do drivers with macular degeneration use advanced driver assistance systems? – A telephone questionnaire study


Drivers with Macular Degeneration (MD) may experience difficulties in many driving situations because of their vision loss. Recently developed advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including blind spot warning and forward collision warning systems, have the potential to mitigate these difficulties and maintain driving safety for these drivers. The goal of this study is to identify the driving difficulties and the perceived need and preferences for ADAS technology of drivers with and without MD.

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