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These Two Automatic Car Safety Features Save Thousands of Lives Per Year but Could Save More if They Were Standard

Since the first day of auto travel, cars have become safer every year. That said, there are still steps that can above-described to make them safer. Today we will look at two features that are premium add-ons for most vehicles but have a huge impact on how safe drivers and passengers are. How many lives could be saved if they were standard features?

Automatic Emergency Braking Systems

Also known as AEB, the automatic emergency braking system detects impending forward crashes and works to prevent said car accident or reduce the impact. If a driver does not respond to the potential crash, the braking system automatically applies the brakes to reduce the force of the collision.

Forward Collision Warning Systems

Pre-crash systems, also known as forward collision warning systems, detect imminent crashes using a variety of technologies, including all-weather radars, lasers, and cameras. These pieces of equipment can scan the road in front of the vehicle to alert the driver that they are coming up too quickly on an object, such as a pedestrian, cyclist, or vehicle. In the event it is triggered, the system issues a warning that may be audible and/or visual and usually involves vibration as well.

These Systems Have Long Been Available on Luxury Vehicles

The above described safety features have been available on luxury vehicles for many years and are now becoming available on mainstream vehicles – but at a price. For example, Consumer Reports estimates that a frontal-collision warning system costs as much as $400 at the time of purchase, while other premier safety packages can run as much as $1,700.

Buyers May Be Discouraged from Adding These Safety Features

There are a number of reasons that buyers may end up not choosing to add the safety features. They may not realize they are available. They may not realize how much of a difference they can make. It may be that the dealership does not have any models on the lot with the safety features, and rather than order the vehicle the dealer pushes for a sale.

Should These Be Standard Safety Features?

Should the government require these safety features on new vehicles? The government currently regulates certain safety features, such as seatbelts, and requires them on all new vehicles because they save thousands of lives. If these safety features are found to do the same, should they be required?

No matter how you feel about this question, there is one truth you should know: Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas is here to help you if you have been injured in a car accident and someone else was at fault. Determining your eligibility is easy: Just call us at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation.