WE INSTALL AND TEST COMMA AI'S SYSTEM IN THE REAL WORLD

EV Channels Review

This video details the installation and initial real-world testing of the Comma Two system in a 2019 Kia Niro EV. The reviewer, Kate Walton-Elliott, highlights significant installation challenges, primarily due to the specific 2019 model year not being initially supported, requiring a custom harness and firmware upgrades. Once operational, the Comma Two, running openpilot, offers a noticeable improvement over the stock ADAS, particularly in maintaining lane position during merges and lane changes, providing a more confident and less fatiguing driving experience on long journeys. However, the system relies on the car's native adaptive cruise control for longitudinal control, meaning it doesn't inherently handle cut-ins from other vehicles. The reviewer notes the system's driver monitoring can be easily forgotten due to its competence. While the installation was complex, the resulting enhanced driver assistance is deemed a valuable upgrade for reducing driving fatigue.