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Emergency Assist is a driver assistance system that monitors driver behavior by observing delays between the use of the accelerator and the brake; once a preset threshold of time has been exceeded the system will take control of the vehicle in order to bring it to a safe stop.
Percent of vehicles produced Sept. 1 to Aug. 31 with AEB (2019 model year) [20] Percent of vehicles produced Sept. 1 to Aug. 31 with AEB (2020 model year) [20] Percent of 2021 models with standard AEB (2021 model year) [20] As reported by manufacturer for light-duty vehicles 3,850 kg (8,500 lb) or less gross vehicle weight
The vehicle obtains information, such as facial patterns, steering movement, driving habits, turn signal use, and driving velocity, to determine if the driver's activities correspond with drowsy driving. [17] If drowsy driving is suspected, the vehicle will typically sound off a loud alert and may vibrate the driver's seat. [17]
This aids in maintaining lane position at a pre-set speed and keeping a proper following distance from the vehicle ahead. The system also includes active lane change assist with hands-off function, which executes lane changes when the driver activates the turn signal and adjusts the vehicle’s speed accordingly. [34]
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Vehicle-to-vehicle communication is being developed in hopes that it will prevent more crashes and ease traffic congestion. Unfortunately the many potential benefits of vehicle-to-vehicle communication can only be achieved when all vehicles can communicate with one another. [10] Another technology in design is vehicle cyber security.
The "Wander Stand" is a four-wheeled vehicle with mostly vertical space that lets you stand in it while you drive around. Think of a very futuristic looking golf car on steroids. This model uses ...
Complex intersections with multiple vehicle lanes, bike lanes, and crosswalks are common examples of traffic engineering projects. Traffic engineering is a branch of civil engineering that uses engineering techniques to achieve the safe and efficient movement of people and goods on roadways.