What is Collision Mitigation Braking System™?

The Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) is a Honda Sensing® driver-assist technology that helps drivers prevent a frontal collision or reduce the effects if the collision is unavoidable. Incorporating the features of the Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system, this system alerts the driver visually and audibly when a potential collision is detected. Learn more from Spitzer Honda Cleveland below, and see how this feature will assist you on the roads of South Euclid. 

What are the 3 Stages When Danger is Detected?

The Collision Mitigation Braking System™ performs in the following 3 stages when a possible collision is detected:

• Stage 1: If the system determines there is a risk of collision with a vehicle or pedestrian detected ahead, it will give visual and audio warnings to the driver. 
• Stage 2: If the risk of a collision increases and the driver takes no action, the system will continue the visual and audible alerts, and begin to apply light braking. 
• Stage 3: If the system determines that a collision is unavoidable, it will continue the visual and audible alerts, and apply strong braking to help mitigate the forces of the collision. 

If the system recognizes the severity of a scenario, it may automatically engage the final stage before going through the previous 2 stages. While this feature is helpful for driving, you– as the driver– should still be attentive at all times, so you can travel around Lyndhurst and Cleveland Heights safely. 

Other Honda Sensing® Features

Besides Collision Mitigation Braking System™, the Honda Sensing® suite also features other technologies to help you commute around South Euclid confidently and safely. Examples of these technologies include: 

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): Helps to maintain a safe following distance to the car in front of you.
• Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™): Will detect a potential collision with the vehicle ahead of you and automatically apply the brakes if needed.
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS): Automatically adjusts steering to keep the vehicle within its lane. 
• Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM): Can detect road markings and alert you if your vehicle starts to leave the road.
• Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR): Detects and reads road signs, and relays the information to you. 

Discover More Honda Technology with Spitzer Honda Cleveland

Besides the Collision Mitigation Braking System™, Honda vehicles provide more helpful technologies, such as HondaLink, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™. If you want more information, feel free to get in touch with our Cleveland dealership!