Cipia, a global leader in in-cabin sensing solutions, has unveiled a significant upgrade to its fleet safety product, Cipia-FS10. The company has added Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) features to the Cipia-FS10 platform, transforming it into a 360° road and driver monitoring solution aimed at improving fleet safety and operational efficiency.
The newly introduced ADAS capabilities include forward collision warnings, lane departure warnings, and tailgating detection. These features, powered by a road-facing camera, complement the existing driver monitoring system (DMS) that detects fatigue, distraction, phone use, smoking, seatbelt violations, and driver identity. By combining interior and exterior monitoring, Cipia-FS10 now offers fleets comprehensive real-time insights into both driver behavior and road conditions.
“The synergy between Driver and Road Monitoring Systems is key for fleet safety,” said Dudy Markus, VP of Aftermarket LOB at Cipia. “By combining AI-powered interior and exterior sensing, we are delivering a solution that not only protects drivers in real time but also equips fleet managers with the tools to achieve long-term safety improvements.”
This expansion of Cipia’s aftermarket offering addresses a growing need in the fleet industry. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving claims approximately 3,500 lives annually in the U.S. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) further highlights that 71% of tractor-trailer accidents are attributed to driver distraction, and human error is responsible for 87% of large truck crashes.
Beyond its life-saving potential, Cipia-FS10’s enhancements aim to alleviate the financial burden associated with fleet accidents. Vehicle repairs, liability claims, medical expenses, and lost productivity due to accidents are significant costs for fleet operators. The integration of ADAS and DMS technologies into a single platform enables fleet managers to reduce these expenses by preventing incidents before they occur.
Unlike traditional aftermarket safety systems that require extensive hardware, Cipia-FS10’s dual-camera system is designed for seamless integration into existing vehicles. Its AI-driven data insights empower fleet operators to monitor drivers in real time, issue alerts for risky behaviors, and optimize training programs to improve driver performance over time.
The rollout of these new features underscores Cipia’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge AI and computer vision to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in road safety. The company, which supplies its in-cabin sensing technologies to 11 leading automakers across Europe, the U.S., and China, continues to expand its reach within the commercial fleet sector, an area where safety solutions are becoming a critical part of operations management.
With its latest upgrade, Cipia aims to position Cipia-FS10 as the go-to solution for fleets seeking a holistic approach to safety and efficiency. As regulatory bodies worldwide continue to push for stricter safety standards, solutions like Cipia-FS10 could become indispensable for fleet operators navigating this evolving landscape.