Netradyne Launches AI-Powered Drowsiness Detection System for Indian Commercial Vehicle Market

The four-camera D-450 system uses artificial intelligence to monitor and analyze driving behavior throughout entire trips, while the DMS Sensor specifically tracks driver eye movements to detect signs of drowsiness and fatigue. The technology is designed to identify early-stage drowsiness using methods including Percentage of Eyelid Closure over the Pupil over Time (PERCLOS), even in low-light conditions or when drivers wear sunglasses.

The launch comes ahead of Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) regulations requiring lane departure warning systems (LDWS) and driver drowsiness and attention warning systems (DDAWS) in commercial vehicles carrying eight or more passengers, effective from 2026.

"Our industry-proven D-450 video safety platform has set a new standard for AI-powered fleet monitoring, and the DMS Sensor add-on brings unprecedented accuracy to driver alertness detection," said Teja Gudena, Executive Vice President-Technology at Netradyne.

The system provides real-time alerts for risky driving behaviors and includes Netradyne's GreenZone driver scoring system, which rates driver performance and enables fleet managers to design coaching programs. The platform also incorporates positive reinforcement features that recognize safe driving practices.

Netradyne's technology uses edge computing and deep learning to process data locally rather than requiring constant connectivity. The company reports that its Driver•i platform is currently used by thousands of fleets globally, including operations in India.

The drowsiness detection capability addresses what the company identifies as a significant cause of accidents in passenger transportation, employee transport, oil and gas operations, hazardous goods transport, and highway driving scenarios.

Founded by Stanford University graduates Avneesh Agarwal and David Julian, Netradyne operates across multiple markets including India, the United States, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. The company's investors include SoftBank, Reliance, M12 (Microsoft's venture arm), and Point72 Ventures.

The D-450 system records and analyzes 100% of driving time, providing fleet operators with data for improving driver performance and safety compliance. The technology aims to help fleet operators meet evolving safety standards while reducing accidents caused by driver fatigue and distraction.

Commercial vehicle safety regulations in India have been strengthening in recent years, with the government implementing various measures to reduce road accidents. The new MoRTH requirements represent part of broader efforts to improve safety standards in the country's commercial transportation sector.