What does SOS on a car mean?
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SOS on a car refers to the vehicle self-rescue system, which can be used to seek help in case of danger or emergencies. The SOS system is part of the telematics system. Installing this system in vehicles is primarily aimed at alerting and locating the vehicle through the manufacturer's built-in smart internet system when the driver or passengers are in danger or when the car experiences a malfunction. The method to use the SOS system is: in case of an emergency, press the SOS button for more than 2 seconds, and the in-car connected system will automatically connect to the customer via voice. The vehicle emergency warning and rescue system includes an emergency warning and rescue platform and several vehicle terminals that communicate wirelessly with the platform. The emergency warning and rescue platform consists of: a data collection server, a data storage server, a warning analysis server, and a rescue guidance server. These servers are interconnected via a network switch and perform data collection, event storage, warning analysis, and rescue guidance based on the data uploaded by the vehicle terminals.
There's also a red SOS button in my car, and I used to wonder what it was for. Later, I learned that it's an emergency call system, just like the emergency dial on a phone. In case of an accident or if the car is stranded in a remote area, pressing this button connects you directly to a professional rescue team. The button on the roof is also linked to a positioning system, so rescuers can immediately see which road you're on. However, it's important to note that my child once pressed it randomly and nearly caused a serious issue—this feature should only be used when genuine rescue is needed. Nowadays, newer cars are even smarter; for example, if the speed suddenly drops to zero or the airbags deploy, the system will automatically call for help. This feature is definitely worth knowing about.
