We’re pleased to announce the launch of our next-generation AI distraction cameras for commercial vehicles, powered by Streamax under a new partnership with Microlise. 

The new camera system combines AI-driven distraction and fatigue detection with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). As a result, fleet operators get the tools to proactively manage driver behaviour and reduce risk on the road.

Almost 30% of all fatal accidents and 45% of serious injury crashes in Australia are linked to distracted driving. The cameras spot the signs before an incident occurs.

The inward-facing camera uses artificial intelligence to detect a wide range of high-risk behaviours, including yawning, signs of drowsiness, phone use, smoking, eating and seatbelt non-compliance. When a risk is detected, drivers receive a real-time alert. Simultaneously, ADAS technology monitors the road ahead, warning drivers of potential hazards.

• Research shows that an undistracted driver typically reacts to a hazard in 1 second.  
• Drivers using a handheld phone are 48% slower to react.  
• Those on a hands-free phone are 27% slower.

These cameras catch those behaviours before they lead to a costly incident. 

With drivers found to be solely at fault in only around 25% of collisions, the system also provides valuable context and evidence to support drivers following an incident.

The new AI distraction camera integrates directly with Microlise’s multi-camera system, delivering a seamless camera experience for operators. The multi-camera solution combines forward-facing, blind-spot, driver monitoring and other camera options to give fleet operators a complete view of their vehicles and drivers.

In addition, the updated offering includes a video library and playback dashboard, making it simpler for fleet managers to search, retrieve and review footage across the entire fleet from one centralised view. The dashboard includes a map function that displays event type, duration and location, with the ability to download footage quickly and easily.

The NHVR is placing greater scrutiny on heavy vehicle safety through Operation Ambit, while the transition to the Heavy Vehicle Accreditation (HVA) scheme expands accountability across the entire transport supply chain.

As a result, fleet managers must now demonstrate that their safety systems are working in practice, not just documented on paper.

In practice, AI-powered distraction cameras give operators the evidence they need to show they are actively managing the risks of driver fatigue and distraction.

“As Australia works towards its goal of zero deaths and injuries on our roads by 2050, initiatives to combat driver distraction are being embraced far and wide,” said Luke Olsen, Managing Director APAC at Microlise. “Our enhanced AI distraction cameras enable fleet managers to improve safety, reduce risk and lower insurance costs by proactively managing driver behaviour, establishing liability quickly and supporting compliance with industry standards, all from one platform.” 

Bill Wang, CEO at Streamax, added: “Partnering with Microlise allows us to turn AI-driven insights into tangible road safety outcomes, ensuring every journey is safer and more efficient for the world’s most demanding transport operations.” 

By embedding Streamax’s AI-driven video intelligence into our platform, we’re continuing to evolve our safety ecosystem. In turn, operators get the tools they need to reduce risk, support drivers and build safer, more resilient fleets.

Microlise’s AI distraction cameras are available now as part of our broader safety and compliance solution, which includes fatigue compliance and EWD, driver safety and performance, pre-start and fit-to-drive checks, fleet safety management and fleet tracking.