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On June 30, 2025, a report titled “Technology: Protector or Nuisance?” was presented, prepared by the European Automobile Club Foundation (CEA) and Asitur. This study analyzed the perceptions of over 1,000 Spanish drivers regarding Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), revealing concerning data about their experiences and understanding of these systems.
One of the most notable findings is that 49.03% of respondents believe the alerts issued by ADAS are excessive. Furthermore, an alarming 42.55% of drivers experience a high level of stress when using them. These figures suggest that, instead of being helpful, many drivers feel this technology negatively interferes with their driving experience.
The objective of the study was to assess drivers’ knowledge of ADAS and investigate their impact on vehicle purchasing decisions. Since July 2022, the inclusion of some of these systems in new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles has been required under EU Regulation 2019/2144. These features include Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) and Emergency Braking System (AEB).
However, the report highlights a worrisome disconnect between the goals of this technology and the reality of its use. Almost half of the surveyed drivers, 48.76%, admitted they do not know how ADAS technology works, indicating that their understanding is at “basic” or “initial” levels. This lack of knowledge could undermine both the effectiveness of the systems and the safety of drivers.
The lack of awareness is so pronounced that only 53.89% of respondents recognized that their vehicle was equipped with an automatic emergency braking system (AEB), despite its mandatory implementation under the aforementioned European legislation.
The study concludes that more than 70% of vehicles possess various ADAS features, such as blind spot detection or lane keeping assistance, but this does not translate into adequate understanding on the part of their owners. This highlights a clear gap between the availability of technology and driver education.
In light of this situation, the CEA Foundation and Asitur have proposed a series of measures. One of these includes creating a mandatory protocol for dealerships to ensure proper training on ADAS at the time of vehicle delivery and during after-sales training. They also suggest that manufacturers, trainers, and public administrations collaborate to ensure that this technology fulfills its goal of improving road safety.
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