Ducati’s V2V technology, tested with a Lamborghini Urus and Ducati Multistrada, aims to address three critical and dangerous types of motorcycle accidents by providing drivers and riders with enhanced situational awareness and response time. The technology acts as a digital sixth sense, offering important safety signals in scenarios where visibility is limited or obstructed.

One scenario is Intersection Movement Assist (IMA), where both a motorcycle and a car approach a busy intersection from different roads. The V2V tech alerts the car’s driver of the approaching motorcycle, prompting them to proceed with caution. Similarly, the Left Turn Assist (LTA) feature involves a car turning left at an intersection, with the motorcyclist receiving a warning signal when the driver activates their turn signal.

The third scenario, Do Not Pass Warning (DNPW), occurs when a motorcycle attempts to overtake a larger vehicle while a car ahead plans to make a left turn. The system sends a warning to the motorcyclist when both the motorist and the motorcyclist activate their blinkers before turning.

Although still in the prototype stage, Ducati’s V2V technology has the potential to prevent numerous accidents and save lives. Lamborghini and Ducati have released a joint video showcasing the importance of this safety technology, which can be viewed on Lamborghini’s YouTube channel and website.