Adaptive Driving Beams (ADB): The Smartest Headlight Technology
Adaptive Driving Beams (ADB), often marketed as Matrix LED or Digital Light, represent the pinnacle of automotive lighting. Using a camera and an array of individually controlled LEDs, these systems constantly monitor the road for other vehicles. They can then dynamically shade specific areas of the high beam pattern to avoid glaring other drivers, while keeping the rest of the road fully illuminated. This provides maximum visibility without compromising safety.
FAQ:
Q: Is ADB legal in the United States?
A: Yes! After decades of outdated regulations, the NHTSA finalized new rules allowing ADB systems in 2022. Automakers are now implementing this technology in new US-market vehicles.
Q: What's the difference between AHB (Automatic High Beams) and ADB?