You’re merging onto I-5 during morning rush when the car ahead brakes suddenly. Before your foot reaches the pedal, the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid applies braking force automatically. Honda Sensing® uses a front-mounted camera and radar to scan traffic ahead constantly, providing Southwest Washington commuters with an extra layer of protection. Interstate Honda helps families understand how this standard safety suite works in real driving conditions.
Camera and Radar Systems Monitor Traffic Continuously
A monocular camera behind the windshield identifies lane markings, road signs, and vehicle brake lights ahead. Millimeter-wave radar mounted in the front grille measures distance and closing speed to vehicles, even in fog or darkness. These systems work together continuously, processing data faster than human reaction time. The technology operates between approximately 25 and 90 mph, covering both city traffic and highway speeds for Adaptive Cruise Control™ functions.
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ Activates in Stages
When the system detects a potential impact, it first provides visual and audible warnings on the display. If you don’t respond, it applies gentle brake pressure as a tactile alert. Should a collision remain imminent, full automatic braking engages with enough force to prevent impact or significantly reduce severity. The system recognizes vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists, adjusting response based on what’s detected ahead.
Lane Keeping Assist System™ and Adaptive Cruise Control™ Reduce Fatigue
Lane Keeping Assist System™ provides gentle steering corrections when the camera detects unintentional drift across lane markings on highways between 45 and 90 mph. Adaptive Cruise Control™ with Low-Speed Follow™ maintains your set speed while automatically adjusting distance to slower traffic ahead. Together, these features reduce fatigue on long drives while you remain fully engaged—the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid assists but never replaces attentive driving.
Experience Honda Sensing® at Interstate Honda
Schedule a test drive at Interstate Honda to experience how these systems respond in real traffic situations. Our team demonstrates each Honda Sensing® feature so you understand exactly how your 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid protects your family. Contact us today to get behind the wheel.
