Augmented reality head-up display in cars will soon be mainstream

Volkswagen will offer augmented reality head-up display to its compact range of electric cars. — AFP Relaxnews

Volkswagen announced that it is about to introduce augmented reality technology for head-up display in most of its electric range of vehicles. This technology, usually offered in premium cars, may become more and more widespread in the Volkswagen range, as well as in other automakers’ in the near future, since it highly enhances driving safety.

An augmented reality head-up display projects practical and safety information in front of the driver. This system superimposes symbols onto the windscreen, displaying them dynamically to create a new driving experience resembling that of a video game.