Self-parking system

This article includes a list of references, related reading or external links, but its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. Please improve this article by introducing more precise citations. (September 2011) A self-parking system is an autopilot technology for automobiles that allows a car to park itself. It is available on some Lexus, Toyota, Volvo and Ford models. The basic components of such a system are a rear-mounted camera, servo-motors for turning the steering column and activating brakes, and a micro-computer based control system to perform the parking maneuver. Self-parking technology [edit] Self-parking technology is mostly used in parallel parking situations (although BMW has a prototype that parks itself in horizontal spaces, like small garages). Parallel parking requires cars to park parallel to a curb, in line with the other parked cars. Most people need about six feet more space than the total length of their car to successfully parallel p... (see more)