Tag: Automotive Technology
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California Senate Mandates Passive Speed Limiters: A Step Forward or Mere Symbolism?
In a move aimed at improving traffic safety, the California Senate has passed a bill mandating the installation of passive speed limiters in all new vehicles by 2029. According to the text of SB 961, the system will use GPS to compare the vehicle’s location with a database of posted speed limits. Drivers will be…
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U.S. to require automatic emergency braking on new vehicles in 5 years
As the U.S. gears up to mandate automatic emergency braking systems in new vehicles, a spectrum of opinions has emerged concerning both the prospective benefits and drawbacks of such a measure. Proponents argue that this technological enforcement will significantly enhance road safety, potentially reducing the number of accidents and fatalities associated with human errors in…
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Navigating the Future: The Shift Towards Mandatory Crash-Avoidance Technology in U.S. Vehicles
In an era where technology increasingly intertwines with daily life, the automotive industry stands on the verge of a pivotal shift. U.S. regulatory bodies have rolled out new mandates requiring all new cars to be equipped with automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems by a set deadline. These systems are engineered to prevent collisions on roads,…