A heads-up display unit, or HUD, is a device that allows the driver to see the speedometer, tachometer and navigation systems right in the windscreen. The device was formerly seen only on aircrafts, video games, and luxury cars. Navdy now makes it possible for almost any car to have this feature.
What is the purpose of an HUD? Like mentioned above, the unit allows the driver to see critical information without having to take their eyes off the road. Ensuring that the driver is focused, and causing minimal distractions, which, in turn, causes lesser road accidents.
Most vehicles still have the traditional gauges which is positioned behind the steering wheel, a navigation or infotainment system that is most of the time located in the middle console near the gear selector, or some; that utilizes their mobile devices mounted somewhere on the dashboard.
These traditional setups have been around since early production of cars and have been a great help for the driver. However, the placement of such devices causes the driver to look away from the road. Losing driving focus, even for just a split of a second, can be critical and can be fatal.
Fortunately, companies like Navdy, focus on road safety and awareness. They have developed an HUD unit that can display the features mentioned above, increasing driving focus especially at night. Their HUD unit plugs into a car's OBDII port, and can also integrate with the drivers' smartphone.
The Navdy relies on Google maps app for route guidance and comes with its own automotive-grade GPS chip and antenna. The unit has its own map database as a back up when there is no satellite signal and has an accelerometer that reads vehicle speed. All can be displayed on the cars windshield.
The HUD can also receive and display calls or text, a main distraction that caused a lot of accidents, so the driver does not have to look elsewhere when they hear a notification from their mobile device.
Simply put, the Navy HUD is like a Google Glass for your car. It shows important information and keeps you safe while on the road. The HUD is a necessity that can be predicted as a standard for future cars. Navdy already started shipping out the preorders today and is still accepting orders.
