To address the diverse and vast catalog of international vehicle requirements, CAVA is divided into specialized modules. Each module focuses on a critical aspect of vehicle architecture, packaging, and safety validation. 1. CAVA Vision
: Analyzes the vehicle's exterior for pedestrian safety, evaluating the impact risk and ensuring the hood and bumper geometry minimize injury in a collision.
Since its implementation at companies like Ford Motor Company in 2007, it has become a global standard used by OEMs and suppliers to validate designs from the concept phase all the way to homologation (official certification). Key Modules and Capabilities