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VOXX International
HELP technology will save lives on the road by modernizing the 71-year-old hazard warning system
based digital alert technology is cutting edge . Its mission is to reduce these preventable incidents , related injuries , and deaths .
The agreement broadens the availability of lifesaving HELP technology , including the manufacturing and distribution of solutions to automakers , Tier 1 suppliers , aftermarket , trucking , and powersports markets to help prevent collisions with all vulnerable vehicles on the roadway .
The tool is a regulatory-compliant safety communication solution , which provides multiple layers of enhanced protection , including : HELP Digital Alerts , where notifications are sent to oncoming drivers by means of in-vehicle displays and GPS navigation apps to provide advance warning as they are approaching a disabled vehicle ; HELP Lighting Alerts , a dramatically improved , scientifically-tuned hazard flash pattern , which is proven to signal urgency to oncoming drivers , prompting them to slow down and move over ; and intelligent controls . HELP auto deploys when conditions indicate a safety need , such as a collision , tire blowout , driveline failure or inattentive driver takeover . Drivers can also activate HELP manually when the hazard signal is engaged , and the vehicle is in park .
Life-saving partnership
Under the agreement , VOXX Automotive will design and manufacture OEM accessory and aftermarket kits featuring these products for sale across all VOXX Automotive and ESS sales channels . The scope of the agreement also includes HELP DeliverSAFE , a specialized version of HELP tailored to the needs of heavy-duty , long-haul , and commercial delivery vehicles .
HELP is thrilled to collaborate with VOXX Automotive to bring the benefits of HELP to millions of motorists , commercial drivers and fleet owners who otherwise would not have this option . More than 40 people a day across the US do not make it home due to these preventable crashes . This partnership will significantly accelerate the broader adoption of HELP to save lives on the road by modernizing the 71-year-old hazard warning system featured on today ’ s passenger vehicles and commercial trucks . With this level of innovation in place , the future of the company looks promising . We look forward to catching up with VOXX International in a few years ’ time to see how much further the business has pushed its innovation capabilities . ■
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