Human-Machine Interfaces and Vehicle Automation: The Effect of HMI Design on Driver Performance and Behavior

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July 27th, 2023

Driving automation systems have become more widely available and popular over the past several years. While vehicle automation offers drivers both safety and convenience, automation may also have negative consequences, such as increased driver engagement in non-driving related tasks. The issue of driver inattention while using these technologies underscores the importance of systems that issue warnings and alerts to drivers regarding system status and function. In one particular use case, when these systems detect driver inattention or road conditions that the automation cannot handle, they issue alerts to the driver to return their attention to the road and/or to take over control of the vehicle.

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