Aftermarket ADAS kit targets commercial vehicle retrofits
South Korean radar specialist bitsensing has launched an aftermarket ADAS aimed at upgrading existing buses, trucks and heavy goods vehicles with advanced driver warning functions. The ADAS Kit combines radar and camera sensing in a retrofit package designed for commercial fleets already on the road.
For eeNews Europe readers, the move highlights how sensor fusion and UNECE-driven safety requirements are shaping the retrofit market, not just new vehicle platforms. It also reflects growing demand for scalable ADAS architectures that can be deployed without redesigning vehicle electronics.
Sensor fusion for commercial fleets
Commercial vehicles account for 14% of all fatal road crashes in the EU, according to this ERSO report. Larger blind spots, longer braking distances and frequent interactions with vulnerable road users create a different risk profile compared to passenger cars.
The ADAS Kit is positioned as a complete system rather than a set of discrete modules. It integrates radar sensors, camera systems, an onboard controller and a driver display delivering real-time alerts. Radar devices are enabled by NXP’s STRX chipset, according to the company.
The system supports functions including Blind Spot Information System, Moving Off Information System, Forward Collision Warning, Rear Collision Warning, Surround View Monitoring and Front Vehicle Start Alert. It also supports UNECE regulations R151 and R159, which apply to large vehicles operating in Europe.
bitsensing says the radar and camera sensor fusion approach is intended to maintain detection accuracy and fast warning response times in demanding environments such as dense urban traffic.
Retrofit architecture and early deployment
Unlike factory-fitted ADAS platforms, the ADAS Kit is designed as an aftermarket ADAS solution that can be installed into existing vehicles. The company describes the architecture as retrofit-ready, with installation aimed at minimising disruption to fleet operations.
A pilot deployment began in November 2025 in collaboration with Koreawide Express Group in South Korea. The system has been installed in fleet, intercity and city buses operating in downtown Daegu, with plans to expand to more than 500 buses.
Dr. Jae-Eun Lee, CEO of bitsensing, said: “Commercial vehicles operate in some of the most demanding road environments, yet many fleets still lack access to modern driver warning systems. ADAS Kit was developed to close that gap, delivering a complete, system-level ADAS solution that can be deployed on existing vehicles without redesigning the vehicle platform. By integrating radar, camera, and proven ADAS software, we are making advanced safety warnings more accessible, practical, and scalable for real-world fleet management operations.”
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