Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) is now becoming a mandatory feature in various modern vehicles, especially in Europe. This system is designed to help drivers stay within the permitted speed limit on each road. Its presence is not just a technological complement, but as a protector of life that is often not realized until an accident occurs.
It seems that many of us have experienced a situation when we unknowingly exceed the specified speed limit. Either because we are in a hurry, or just carried away by the quiet road atmosphere. This is where the ISA feature comes as a reminder and protector. Because honestly, there is nothing more valuable than the safety of yourself and others on the road.
Getting to Know Intelligent Speed Assistance
Intelligent Speed Assistance or commonly abbreviated as ISA, is a technology that helps drivers regulate vehicle speed according to the speed limit on the road being traveled. This system works using a combination of cameras, digital maps, and GPS sensors to detect the maximum speed in an area.
When the vehicle exceeds the permitted limit, ISA will provide a visual and audible warning. In some types of vehicles, this system can even limit the vehicle’s speed automatically to stay within safe limits. Not to limit freedom, but to provide a sense of security when driving.
How Intelligent Speed Assistance Works and Benefits
Simply put, this technology reads traffic speed signs through a camera installed in the vehicle, then matches it with digital map data. If the vehicle’s speed exceeds the threshold, the system will immediately activate.
The benefits of ISA are enormous, ranging from reducing the risk of accidents due to excessive speeding, helping drivers who are not familiar with local road rules, to supporting the creation of more orderly traffic. Imagine if every vehicle had this system, the driving atmosphere would be much more comfortable and less threatening.
Based on the YouTube video Off the Shelf Rides (OSR), at first it felt strange because the car felt like it was ‘holding back’ the speed, but after driving several times in urban areas with changing speed limits, it actually helped a lot. No need to worry about going over the limit without realizing it.
Sometimes we forget that the people waiting at home also want to see us return safely. Technology like this is here not only to meet modern standards, but also as a form of concern for mutual safety.
Implementation in Various Countries
A number of countries in Europe have begun to require the ISA feature in every new vehicle. In fact, European Union regulations stipulate that all cars produced from mid-2022 must be equipped with this system.
In Indonesia, its implementation is not yet mandatory. However, several premium car brands have embedded Intelligent Speed Assistance as a standard feature. The hope is that in the future this feature can become a basic vehicle requirement in order to create safer traffic.
ISA is not just a complementary feature. But an intelligent system that plays a major role in maintaining the safety of drivers and other road users. The more vehicles that adopt this technology, the greater the opportunity to create a safe and orderly driving environment.
Because in the end, we all want to reach our destination without incident, right? So, it’s time to start getting to know and caring about technology like Intelligent Speed Assistance, for the safety of yourself and your loved ones. /tari
