article thumbnail

The crucial role of vehicle design in pedestrian safety

Auto Service World

Image credit: Depositphotos.com The design of vehicles, including their size, shape, and technological features, profoundly affects the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users, according to Jessica Cicchino, senior vice president of research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The prevalence of SUVs on U.S.

Vehicle 287
article thumbnail

Automatic Emergency Braking Tech To Become Mandatory on New Cars Sold in the US From 2029

autoevolution

The NHTSA finalized a rule that requires automatic emergency braking systems to be installed on all new passenger vehicles and light trucks sold in the US by 2029. The new rule is estimated to save over 360 lives and prevent 24,000 injuries every year. continue reading. )

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Automated Braking Will Be Required In Every New Car By 2029

Jalopnik

Starting in 2029, all new cars and trucks sold in the U.S. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration made a bold move on Monday to notify automakers that within five years they will all be mandated to include technology in cars that is already widespread, if not 100 percent adopted. market will be required to… Read more.

Car 61
article thumbnail

Mechanic Shop La Familia – Your Go-To Auto Repair Shop in Knoxville

Repair Shop Websites

Mechanic Shop La Familia offers trusted auto repair services in Knoxville at their convenient location on 2029 E Magnolia Ave. Call 912-722-7187 today to schedule your service and keep your vehicle running smoothly. With a commitment to excellence and affordable pricing, Mechanic Shop La Familia is the name locals trust.

article thumbnail

NHTSA Issues New Standard for Automatic Emergency Braking

Tomorrow's Technician

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has finalized a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, FMVSS127, that makes automatic emergency braking (AEB), including pedestrian AEB, standard on all passenger cars and light trucks weighing up to 10,000 lbs. by September 2029. Adoption of the full collision avoidance (e.g.

Vehicle 130
article thumbnail

Canada Announces New EV Availability Standard

Tomorrow's Technician

The Government of Canada has taken a significant step towards increasing the availability of electric vehicles (EVs) by finalizing its new Electric Vehicle Availability Standard. billion to establish 84,500 chargers by 2029. billion to establish 84,500 chargers by 2029.

article thumbnail

Canada Announces New EV Availability Standard

Brake & Front End

The Government of Canada has taken a significant step towards increasing the availability of electric vehicles (EVs) by finalizing its new Electric Vehicle Availability Standard. billion to establish 84,500 chargers by 2029. billion to establish 84,500 chargers by 2029.