Mercedes-Benz has always been known for introducing path breaking safety features. Apart from luxury and the stunning looks, Mercedes has been a pioneer in bringing out latest car safety technologies like airbags, antilock brakes and brake assist. And this has made the brand come out as one of the best in the global car market.

Mercedes-Benz, once more proving its worth as an innovator of safety features in a car has introduced a unique technology called Attention Assist, a new anti-drowse alarm for drivers. The new safety technology has been introduced in their E-Class luxury sedans for the American and European markets.

The Attention Assist system detects several abrupt steering corrections, a habit often noticed in drowsy drivers. The system emits low frequency beeps to alert the driver of reckless driving. If the driver continues to ignore audio warning, an espresso cup graphic lights up on the display screen, to remind him to remain awake if he wants to reach his destination.

Mercedes-Benz hopes that the Attention Assist safety feature will help cut down road accident caused due to drowsy driving. It is not known if Mercedes-Benz E-class sold in India will features the same technology.

If it does, it will set a new path for Indian car manufacturers. We hope the same system arrives in India at the earliest. Such a technology needs to be made mandatory on all cars to help save more lives lost in road accidents. It is proven that many road accidents are caused by drowsy drivers who are tired of fatigue and sleep.

It is not only the driver who may end injuring himself, but also road users who follow rules to the T.