- In July 2023, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, launched the hybrid variant of its premium SUV, the Grand Vitara, featuring an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety. This step reflects the company’s growing emphasis on smart mobility and public safety integration
- In July 2023, Maruti Suzuki India Limited further introduced AVAS technology for its Intelligent Electric Hybrid models of the Grand Vitara, ensuring that drivers and pedestrians receive timely audio cues about the vehicle’s presence. This initiative demonstrates the brand’s dedication to innovating for safer and more sustainable driving experiences
- In September 2022, BlackBerry Limited collaborated with Shanghai Dayin Technology Co., Ltd. to develop the "Yin" 2.0 application, which incorporates BlackBerry QNX acoustics technology and Software-Defined Audio Architecture (SDAA) in Great Wall Motors' intelligent cockpits. Among other audio enhancements, the system includes an AVAS to enrich both in-cabin and external safety awareness, marking a leap forward in vehicle auditory innovation
- In April 2022, Honda Cars India Limited, a subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., launched its electric hybrid model, the City e:HEV, in India, equipped with multiple advanced safety features including an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS). This reflects Honda’s ongoing efforts to integrate comprehensive safety into eco-friendly vehicle offerings
- In May 2021, Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona (TMB) awarded a contract to the CAF Group subsidiary for the supply of 30 Urbino 12 hybrid buses, equipped with the AVAS-enabled Arrive & Go mode. This implementation strengthens safety in urban transportation by alerting pedestrians of quiet electric buses approaching
- In May 2021, Volvo Trucks unveiled a new acoustic alert system specifically designed for its electric truck models, incorporating unique sounds to notify pedestrians, cyclists, and nearby road users of an approaching vehicle. This system exemplifies Volvo’s proactive approach to improving public road safety in the electric mobility era
