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Volkswagen’s IQ.DRIVE® technology is a suite of advanced driver-assistance features utilizing safety-enhancing intelligence. This intuitive and convenient system can help improve your everyday driving experience. The IQ.DRIVE system employs some of the most innovative driver assistance features to ensure you always have the best view of the road around you. This system utilizes front and rear radar, a front camera, and several ultrasound sensors to collect data from your surrounding area. more The sensors and cameras work together to provide additional safety from other drivers on the road, help you avoid obstacles, and keep you centered in your lane. With this tech by your side, it’s like having a co-pilot, helping you better manage unforeseen situations. Whether you’re switching lanes on a busy street, cruising on the highway, or reversing out of a tight spot, IQ.DRIVE is designed to make your drive safer with added convenience. Read on to learn more about the advanced driver-assistance technologies that come with VW IQ. DRIVE. What Features Are Included in the Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE System? The IQ.DRIVE system delivers smart technology that not only simplifies your drive but enhances your overall experience in your VW. Volkswagen’s IQ.DRIVE features include: Active Blind Spot Monitor: Warns when another vehicle is in your blind spots and helps counter-steer if necessary. Adaptive Cruise Control: Sensors detect when a vehicle is ahead of you and helps adjust your speed and maintain proper the distance between you and other vehicles. Front Assist: Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking, and Pedestrian Monitoring help drivers avoid potential collisions with what’s in front of the vehicle and apply the brakes when necessary. When you’re traveling at higher speeds, the feature will first provide audio and visual alerts if it determines there is a risk of collision. Lane Assist: If you begin to drift into the other lane without your turn signal, Lane Assist will alert you when going 40 mph or faster, then help you counter steer to help you maintain your lane. Rear Traffic Alert: When backing up with limited visibility, this feature helps monitor your surroundings and automatically hit the brakes to keep a collision from occurring. Travel Assist: Travel Assist offers semi-autonomous driving features. For this feature to work, the driver must have their hands on the wheel. The goal of this feature is to make your highway cruising more comfortable. It delivers steering assistance, braking, and acceleration support. Emergency Assist: This system sends several alerts when Travel or Lane Assist is on, and a serious accident occurs. If you’re unresponsive and/or unable to drive, this feature will bring your car safely to a controlled stop. Other safety and driver assistance features that come standard on your new Volkswagen include: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): Measures the pressure in your tires and lets you know when it’s low. Rearview Camera: New VW vehicles come standard with a rearview camera to enhance your visibility when you’re reversing or see what's behind you. Your New Volkswagen Awaits at Mike Reichenbach Volkswagen! Every Volkswagen vehicle offers standard safety features and cutting-edge technology right at your fingertips. Your VW is always looking out for you. IQ.DRIVE driver assistance technology now comes standard on all models with automatic transmission, representing the company's dedication to continuously improving its products and enhancing your experience in a VW. New Volkswagens for sale in Florence include the following: 2024 Volkswagen Atlas 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 2024 Volkswagen Jetta 2024 Volkswagen Taos 2024 Golf GTI Our knowledgeable sales team will help you every step of the way throughout your shopping experience at Mike Reichenbach Volkswagen. During your test drive, we can demonstrate how to use the VW IQ. DRIVE advanced safety technologies to make sure they fit your driving style. We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel of their new Volkswagen. We’re always here to answer your questions as you shop for a new or used vehicle at our car dealership near Sumter!