BY KEHINDE OSAGIEDE
Benin City – Relief has come the way of residents in Edo State as AutoVision Initiative in conjunction with Sen. Monday Okpebholo Foundation (SMOF) has concluded plans to roll out free Smart AI Driving Glasses with eye screenings for car buyers in Edo State.
Aside providing smart AI driving glasses to car buyers, AutoVision in collaboration with SMOF is also sponsoring free eye screenings for 100,000 road users in Edo within the period of five years.
The initiative, according to Autovision, is to improve road safety by providing smart AI driving glasses with advanced blue lens technology to car users in Nigeria for free.
Desmond Bassey, the Lead Consultant in a chat with journalists in Benin City on Friday, disclosed that this will be achieved in collaboration with car vendors, eye clinics and NGOs with beneficiaries, ensuring that more people get the best vision care they need for safe driving.
Bassey noted that many road accidents occurred due to poor vision, and this initiative aims to reduce those risks by ensuring drivers have access to advanced smart eyewear technology and free access to eye screening that enhances visibility and overall driving comfort.
Speaking on the eligibility and accessibility, he said: “The smart AI driving glasses are subsidised by SMOF, making the glasses more accessible to car buyers in Edo State.
“The initiative also supports the glaucoma community for individuals with glaucoma. Access to the AutoVision initiative and benefits is completely free after purchasing a car. This ensures that those living with glaucoma can drive safely without extra financial burden.
“Also, for individuals without glaucoma, they are also eligible to participate; however, they must provide proof of donation, which requires a minimum contribution towards supporting individuals living with glaucoma. This must be completed before proceeding with the application after purchasing a car.
“AutoVision connects donors which includes; auto dealers, eye clinics, and NGOs with beneficiaries, ensuring that all car buyers have access to eye screening and high-quality, AI-powered smart glasses for driving.
“These glasses are designed with the most advanced blue lens technology to reduce glare and improved vision. They also come with smart features such as direct access to chat with eye doctors; hands-free phone calling; language translation, and music playback.”
Bassey explained further that the application process will begin at the point of purchase with designated car vendors participating in the AutoVision initiative, noting that a representative will be available on-site to assist buyers with the application process.
“AutoVision initiative will collaborate with partners nationwide to enhance accessibility and road safety, while remaining independent of car pricing decisions. We also work with trusted donors and partner vendors to ensure that cars are sold at fair market prices and in optimal working conditions.
“Additionally, individuals referred through the AutoVision initiative receive exclusive discounts when purchasing vehicles from our partner network.
“We are inviting car dealers, eye clinics, and key stakeholders to join our initiative in enhancing road safety and promoting better vision for drivers. By participating, partners can contribute to reducing vision-related accidents and making driving safer and more comfortable for Nigerians.”
