A new augmented reality head-up display to be made available by Volkswagen in its ID.3 and upcoming ID.4 electric cars will be a first for the technology in the compact car segment, writes Brian Byrne.
The system adds a new layer to the familiar 'near-range' information from head-up, where speed and other details are visible at a 'float' distance of around three metres. The enhanced system adds a larger 'window' visualised at about 10 metres ahead, and wider, where symbols such as turning arrows from the navigation system appear to be pointing directly at the turn.
As the car gets closer, the arrows get bigger, but fade in definition so as not to obscure normal visibility. The larger window also shows information from the driver assist systems, such as lane boundaries and close-vehicle identification.
The new system will be available first in the ID.4 as part of an enhanced infotainment package option.
