Driving Behavior Analysis in Lane Change Maneuver using Continuous Sensing Drive Recorder

Abstract

Lane change maneuver is one of the difficult driving maneuvers for inexperienced drivers. In this research, we aim to study and evaluate human errors and risk factors in lane change behavior, and use the obtained understandings for driver education. Driving data was collected by using a continuous sensing drive recorder mounted on a vehicle, and a database which stores the extracted data segments during lane change was constructed. The analysis was conducted from lane change patterns classified by lane change situation and the characteristics of the driver. Here, we observed, for example, safety confirmation of the side and rear on the vehicle, turn indicator timing, steering and pedal operations, etc. From this analysis, we also investigate the indices that can be used to evaluate individual lane change behavior.