Hyundai Kona-EV 2023 Highway Driving Assist (HDA)

The Hyundai Kona-EV 2023 is an all-electric compact SUV that is equipped with advanced features to enhance the driving experience, such as the Highway Driving Assist (HDA). This system is designed to assist the driver during long-distance highway driving by using sensors and cameras to detect the vehicle’s position and speed. It can automatically adjust the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead while keeping the vehicle centred within its lane, which provides a more stable and controlled driving experience. The HDA system is just one of the many advanced features that make the Hyundai Kona-EV 2023 a top choice for electric car enthusiasts.

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Highway Driving Assist (HDA)

Basic function
Highway Driving Assist is designed to help detect vehicles and lanes ahead and help maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, maintain the set speed, and help centre the vehicle between lanes while driving on the highway (or motorway). Information
Highway Driving Assist is available only on controlled access road of certain highways.

• Controlled access road indicates roads with limited entrances and exits that allow uninterrupted high-speed traffic flow. Only passenger cars and motorcycles are allowed on controlled access roads.

Detecting sensor[1] : Front view camera, [2]: Front radar
Refer to the picture above for the detailed location of the detecting sensors.

CAUTION
For more details on the precautions of the detecting sensors, refer to the “Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)” section in this chapter.

Highway Driving Assist Settings

Setting features

Basic function
With the vehicle on, select or deselect Driver Assistant Driver Convenience from the Settings menu to set whether or not to use each function.
If ‘Highway Driving assist’ is selected it helps maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, maintain the set speed, and helps centre the vehicle in the lane.

Information

• If there is a problem with the functions, the settings cannot be changed. Have the function inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.
• If the vehicle is restarted, the functions will maintain the last setting.

WARNING 
For your safety, only change the Settings after parking the vehicle at a safe location.

Warning Volume
With the vehicle on, select ‘Driver Assistance > Warning Volume’ or ‘Sound Driver Assist Warning> Warning Volume’ from the Settings menu to change the Warning Volume to “High’, Medium’ or ‘Low’ for Highway Driving Assist.

If you change the Warning Volume, the warning volume of other Driver Assistance systems may change.

Highway Driving Assist Operation

Displaying operating status
You can see the status of the Highway Driving Assist operation in the Driving Assist view on the cluster. Refer to “View Modes” section in chapter 4.
Highway Driving Assist will be displayed as below depending on the status of the function.

1. Highway Driving Assist indicator, whether there is a vehicle ahead and the selected distance level.
   • Highway Driving Assist indicator
   • Green HDA : Operating state
   • White blink HDA: Accelerator depressed state
2. Set speed.
3. Lane Following Assist indicator.
4. Whether there is a vehicle ahead and the selected headway.
5. Whether the lane is detected or not.

Information
For more details on the display refer to “Smart Cruise Control (SCC)” and “Lane Following Assist (LFA)” sections in this chapter.

Operating conditions
Highway Driving Assist operates when:

• Driving on the main road of highways, and turning on Highway Driving Assist by pressing the Driving Assist button.
• Entering the main road of highways while Lane Following Assist and Smart Cruise Control are operating

Information
For more details on the display refer to the “Smart Cruise Control (SCC)” and “Lane Following Assit (LFA)” sections in this chapter.

• Restarting after stopping
• When Highway Driving Assist is operating, your vehicle will stop if the vehicle ahead of you stops. Also, if the vehicle ahead of you starts moving within 30 seconds after the stop, your vehicle will start as well. In addition, after the vehicle has stopped and 30 seconds have passed, the ‘Use switch or pedal to accelerate’ message will appear on the cluster. Depress the accelerator pedal the + switch, – switch or switch to start driving.
• Hands-off warning If the driver takes their hands off the steering wheel for several seconds, the ‘Keep hands on the steering wheel’ warning message will appear and an audible warning will sound in stages. First stage : Warning message Second stage : Warning message (red steering wheel) and audible warning
• If the driver still does not have their hands on the steering wheel after the hands-off warning, the ‘Highway Driving Assist (HDA) cancelled’ warning message will appear and Highway Driving Assist and Lane Change Assist will be automatically cancelled.
  Highway Driving Assist standby
  When the Smart Cruise Control is temporarily cancelled while Highway Driving Assist is operating, Highway Driving Assist will be in the standby state. At this time, Lane Following Assist will operate normally.

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Highway Driving Assist Malfunctions and Limitations

Highway Driving Assist malfunction

When the Highway Driving Assist or Highway Lane Change function is not working properly, the ‘Check Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system’ warning message will appear. and the A warning light will illuminate on the cluster. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

WARNING

• The driver is responsible for braking and safe driving.
• Always have your hands on the steering wheel while driving.
• Highway Driving Assist is a supplemental function that assists the driver in driving the vehicle and is not a complete autonomous driving system. Always check road conditions, and if necessary, take appropriate actions to drive safely.
• Always have your eyes on the road, and it is the responsibility of the driver to avoid violating traffic laws.
  The vehicle manufacturer is not responsible for any traffic violations or accidents caused by the driver.
• Highway Driving Assist may not be able to recognize all traffic situations. Highway Driving Assist may not detect possible collisions due to the limitations of the function.
  Always be aware of the limitations of the function. Obstacles such as vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, or unspecified objects or structures such as guardrails, tollgate, etc. that may collide with the vehicle may not be detected.
•  Highway Driving Assist will turn off automatically under the following situations:
  • Driving on roads that Highway Driving Assist does not operate, such as a rest area, intersection, junction, etc.
  • The navigation does not operate properly such as when the navigation is being updated or restarted
• Highway Driving Assist may inadvertently operate or turn off depending on road conditions (navigation information) and surroundings.
• Lane Following Assist function may be temporarily disabled when the front view camera cannot detect lanes properly or the hands-off warning is on.
• You may not hear the warning sound of Highway Driving Assist if the surrounding is noisy.
• If the vehicle is driven at high speed above a certain speed at a curve, your vehicle may drive to one side or may depart from the driving lane.
• When you are towing a trailer or another vehicle, turn off Highway Driving Assist for safety reasons.
• The hands–off warning message may appear early or late depending on how the steering wheel is held or road conditions. Always have your hands on the steering wheel while driving.
• For your safety, please read the owner’s manual before using the Highway Driving Assist.
• Highway Driving Assist will not operate when the vehicle is started, or when the detecting sensors or navigation is being initialized.

Limitations of Highway Driving Assist
Highway Driving Assist and Highway Lane Change Assist functions may not operate normally, or may not operate under the following circumstances:

• The map information and the actual road is different because the navigation is not updated
• The map information and the actual road is different because of real-time GPS data or map information error
• The infotainment system is overloaded by simultaneously performing functions such as route search, video playback, voice recognition, etc.
• GPS signals are blocked in areas such as tunnel
• The driver goes off course or the route to the destination is changed or cancelled by resetting the navigation
• The vehicle enters a service station or rest area
• Android Auto or Car Play is operating
• The navigation cannot detect the current vehicle position (for example, elevated roads including overpasses adjacent to general roads or nearby roads exist in a parallel way)
• White single dotted lane line or road edge cannot be detected
• The road is temporarily controlled due to construction, etc.
• There is no structure, such as a medium strip, guardrails, etc., on the road
• There is a changeable lane in the direction of lane change

Information
For more details on the limitations of the front view camera, front radar, front corner radar and rear corner radar, refer to the “Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)” section in this chapter.

Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.

Information
Radiofrequency radiation exposure information:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 8 in. (20 cm) between the radiator (antenna) and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

FAQ

What is the Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system of the Hyundai Kona-EV 2023?
The Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system of the Hyundai Kona-EV 2023 is a feature that provides assistance to the driver during long-distance highway driving.

How does the HDA system work?
The HDA system uses sensors and cameras to detect the vehicle’s position and speed, and can automatically adjust the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead. Additionally, the HDA system can also keep the vehicle centered within its lane.

What are the benefits of the HDA system?
The HDA system can provide a more stable and controlled driving experience during long-distance highway driving.

Is the HDA system safe to use?
Yes, the HDA system is designed to enhance safety by providing assistance to the driver.

Can the HDA system be turned off?
Yes, the HDA system can be turned off if the driver chooses to do so.

What is the maximum speed at which the HDA system can be used?
The maximum speed at which the HDA system can be used is dependent on local regulations and may vary from country to country.

Does the HDA system work in all weather conditions?
The HDA system may not work as effectively in extreme weather conditions, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog.

Can the HDA system detect other vehicles on the road?
Yes, the HDA system uses sensors and cameras to detect other vehicles on the road.

Does the HDA system require any special maintenance?
No, the HDA system does not require any special maintenance.

Can the HDA system be added to older models of the Hyundai Kona-EV?
No, the HDA system is only available on the 2023 model of the Hyundai Kona-EV.

How does the HDA system affect fuel efficiency?
The HDA system can help optimize fuel efficiency by adjusting the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.

Is the HDA system easy to use?
Yes, the HDA system is designed to be user-friendly and can be easily activated through the vehicle’s infotainment system.

What happens if the HDA system detects an obstacle in the road?
The HDA system will alert the driver and may automatically adjust the speed and distance to the obstacle.

Does the HDA system require any additional sensors or cameras to be installed?
No, the HDA system is equipped with the necessary sensors and cameras.

Can the HDA system be used in all countries?
The HDA system may not be available in all countries and may be subject to local regulations.

Useful Link

View Full User Guide: Hyundai Kona-EV 2023 User Guide
Download Manuals: https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/resources/manuals-warranties.html
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