Dinsdag 26 augustus 2025 Earlier this month, the Vereniging Eigen Rijders Nederland (VERN) drew attention to the fact that Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS) sometimes intervene unexpectedly and abruptly in heavy, unpredictable, and merging traffic – for example, when a car merges directly in front of a truck. Following its own research into the interaction between drivers, driver assistance systems, and traffic dynamics, VERN recommended that truck drivers temporarily disable ACC and AEBS in certain situations. The trade association emphasizes that this is a situational advisory. Systems like AEBS are legally required and have a proven track record of saving lives.
The complete safety advice can be read on the VERN website.
Response of the ADAS Alliance to the call from the VERN Industry Association
De ADAS Alliantie is blij dat Vereniging Eigen Rijders Nederland (VERN) haar leden actief informeert over het verantwoord gebruik van rijhulpsystemen in specifieke verkeerssituaties, zoals in dit geval over Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). Fabrikanten geven in hun handleidingen duidelijk aan dat ACC niet bedoeld is voor druk, onvoorspelbaar of ritsend verkeer. Onjuist of onbewust gebruik van deze systemen kan leiden tot gevaarlijke situaties.
That's precisely why the ADAS Alliance is committed to increasing knowledge and promoting the safe use of ADAS by drivers and other road users. Only with sound knowledge and proper use can driver assistance systems contribute to safer and more efficient mobility.
We therefore encourage collaboration between industry organizations, manufacturers, governments, and enforcement agencies to work together to ensure better understanding, clear communication, and safe use of driver assistance systems on the road.