Suwon Special City Supports Installation of AI-Based Pedal Misoperation Prevention Devices for Elderly Drivers

Suwon Special City (Mayor Lee Jae-jun) is recruiting elderly drivers aged 65 and older to participate in the 'AI-based Pedal Misoperation Prevention Device Installation Support Project' until September 14.

The pedal misoperation prevention device is designed to prevent situations where a driver accidentally presses the accelerator pedal, causing the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. When abnormal sudden acceleration is detected during low-speed driving, the device restricts operation of the accelerator pedal and emits warning sounds.

Eligible applicants are drivers aged 65 and older who have maintained resident registration in Suwon City for at least one year as of the application date. Installation support will be provided for a total of 45 vehicles. The full installation cost of 440,000 won per vehicle will be covered by the city, with no out-of-pocket expenses for applicants.

The applicant and the actual driver of the vehicle must be the same person, and commercial vehicles are excluded from the support. Smartphone app installation and provision of driving records are required for effectiveness analysis, so iPhone users cannot apply.

Supported vehicles must have a maximum loading capacity of 1.4 tons or less and be eligible for device installation. Installation eligibility may vary depending on vehicle type and model year, so applicants must confirm that their vehicles are eligible before applying.

Applications can be submitted online through Suwon City's civic participation platform 'Saebit Talk Talk' or by visiting the Transportation Policy Division of Suwon City Hall (401 Gyeongsu-daero, Paldal-gu, 2nd floor). Applicants must submit an application form, resident registration certificate, vehicle registration certificate or vehicle registration document, and driving career certificate, among other documents.

Based on evaluation criteria, 45 eligible applicants and 5 reserve applicants will be selected in order of highest scores and notified individually. Selected drivers must install the device and wear it for one year, and must cooperate in analyzing the project's effectiveness, including collection of driving data.