Managers overseeing fleets of pickups or other on-road assets are often looking for ways to monitor driver behavior and performance. One day alcohol impairment detection may be added to the mix.
Managers have been eager to use technology to ensure that drivers aren't putting assets or lives at risk.
Front- and rear-facing cameras and telematics that record driving events such as speeding and hard braking are just the start.
SmartEye, a Swedish company that develops Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) for the automotive industry, has been selected to install a DMS that includes alcohol impairment detection in two vehicle models from a Japanese manufacturer.
According to SmartEye, this is the first time alcohol impairment detection is being included in a DMS delivery.
The new vehicles featuring Smart Eye’s technology are scheduled to go into production in 2028. The estimated revenue for the order is SEK 50 million, based on product life cycle volume projections.
“We are gaining market share on the important Japanese market, adding another OEM to our list of clients,” said Martin Krantz, CEO and founder of Smart Eye.
“The thing that excites me the most... is that we’re gaining traction for our newly developed intoxication solution. Three features are crucial for improving car safety with DMS: drowsiness, distraction, and intoxication," Krantz said.
"This year, impairment detection is emerging as the latest battlefield in the DMS market. More market traction is to be expected, both from new and existing customers, as this upgrade is available across Smart Eye’s DMS customer base.”
Raczon’s writing career spans nearly 25 years, including magazine publishing and public relations work with some of the industry’s major equipment manufacturers. He has won numerous awards in his career, including nods from the Construction Writers Association, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, and BtoB magazine. He is responsible for the magazine's Buying Files.
