Tag: Road Safety
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Upcoming EU Regulation: Speed Limiters on Cars from 2024 and the Controversy Surrounding Them
Starting in 2024, all new cars sold in the EU will need to be fitted with speed limiters, a move aimed at reducing traffic fatalities and improving road safety. Though the intention behind this regulation is noble, the reaction of drivers and experts has been anything but unanimous. There are those who see it as…
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Rethinking Urban Safety: The Case for Bollards in Pedestrian Protection
When considering the safety measures in urban settings, the conversation often shifts towards high-tech solutions or policy changes aimed at reducing vehicle speeds and enhancing public surveillance. However, are these measures enough to guarantee the safety of pedestrians from vehicular threats? This perspective is gradually shifting towards more concrete solutions—quite literally—in the form of bollards.…
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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,…