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Effects of Training Content and Approach on Drivers’ Understanding of and Performance
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), designed to assist drivers with various aspects of driving, are becoming increasingly common. Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA) is designed to prevent drivers from departing their lane unintentionally. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is designed to maintain a driver-specified speed and gap to the vehicle ahead. Partial automation (PA) systems combine ACC with technology designed to keep the vehicle centered in its lane. These technologies have the potential to make driving safer and more comfortable; however, it is important for drivers to understand their capabilities as well as their limitations. Although previous research has shown that drivers’ understanding of ADAS can be improved through training, not much is known about what features of training influence its effectiveness. The purpose of this research was to investigate how training content, style, and mode of delivery influence drivers’ understanding of and performance with ADAS. This research consisted of two experiments. Experiment 1 investigated the impact of training content. Experiment 2 examined the impact of training mode and style.
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