Lexus ES 2019

The rearview camera will replace the traditional Lexus ES 2019 mirror

Back-lit systems using the camera will give the driver a better panoramic view, enabling the driver to handle more flexible situations.

Automobile manufacturers are introducing new technologies on top of the brand and then introducing them to cheaper models. However, Lexus this time goes against the usual.



TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese auto makers have announced a new rear-view camera system that will replace the traditional rear-view mirrors for the first time on a commercially available sedan ES.

This feature will be officially launched in October of this year when the Lexus ES 2019 is sold, but it will be available in Japan only temporarily, as regulations around the world have not yet adopted advanced equipment. This.

Lexus calls its technology simply Digital Outer Mirrors (DOM) - a digital exterior mirror, with a compact, DOM design that improves wind noise alongside the main task of providing games. Looks better for the driver. The images around the vehicle will be transmitted to the 5-inch square screen located on both sides of the cockpit.

Active adaptability is the advantage of the DOM in place of traditional mirrors, because the camera system on the ES 2019 can also change the angle of rotation when turned and vice versa, giving a more accurate view of the vehicle. .




This feature is very useful, when the blind spot detection system detects a vehicle that the driver does not see, the DOM will know it and manually adjust the angle to send the image to the screen in the car.

In particular, when the vehicle triggers a turn signal, the view will shrink so drivers can better observe what is happening around the vehicle. In addition to automatic adjustment, the driver can set the DOM manually as desired.



Besides, the DOM also supports a lot for driving at night of the Lexus ES 2019, the driver will feel much safer because the image is enhanced light and not be dazzled when the car turns on. headlight.




Unlike ordinary rearview mirrors, the DOM will include cameras placed in niches, which help to keep images from being affected by weather conditions such as heavy rain or snow. Even the two compartments containing the two cameras have a heating feature to prevent the cold weather from affecting the monitor.



By putting the DOM on ES 2019, Lexus became the first brand to use a rear-view mirror digital camera on a commercial vehicle. In fact, Audi is very anxious in this area, the company plans to provide advanced rear-view camera system on its upcoming E-Tron electric crossover.