Vauxhall has announced that the forthcoming Insignia will feature the option of a dual function camera capable of reading speed limit signs.The system is claimed to be capable of reading signs from 100 metres in clear conditions, relaying speed limit information to a central display on the instrument panel. Other manufacturers are developing similar systems, but GM is giving the new technology its debut. The forward-looking camera takes up to 30 shots a second, and will also be used to give a warning if the Insignia crosses lane markings without the indicator being activated.The Insignia makes its debut at the London International Motor Show and will go on sale in November.
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Re: Insignia detects speed limits
" friend of mine in Finland told me that his Volvo dealer automatically contacts him by letter exactly 1,000 kilometres before the next service is due. On enquiring how the dealer knew such information, he was told that the car has a GPS transmitter that reports back to Volvo. This sounds perilously like an advanced version of the "black box" vehicle tracker that the EU wants to introduce to spy on motorists. Is it true? If so, how many other manufacturers are spying on their customers?
P.W., Tonbridge
Now to me THAT is scary.....
Re: Insignia detects speed limits
"Hello, is that the Caterham factory?... Ahhh good. Can I order a good old fashioned Seven please with carbs..... "
Am I the only one who is very very scared by this prospect.
Re: Insignia detects speed limits
Do I detect Vauxhall aiding the government by taking the first step towards removing the driver's ability to choose the driven speed...?