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Streetsblog
2 weeks ago
Cars

Four Things to Know About the Historic Automatic Emergency Braking Rule - Streetsblog USA

Automatic Emergency Braking rule will save about 360 lives annually, but constraints limit its efficacy in preventing the majority of road fatalities. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 month ago
Cars

Tesla stops cybertruck deliveries-accelerator pedal may be to blame

Tesla Cybertruck faces delivery delays potentially due to accelerator issues. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago
Cars

Drivers warned tolls and charges such as Khan's ULEZ in London has led to 'car cloning'

Vehicle cloning is on the rise due to increasing use of ANPR cameras for detection.
Preventative measures like anti-theft screws, garage parking, and careful posting of vehicle photos can help minimize the risk of number plate cloning. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
2 months ago
Cars

We Asked Car Mechanics, And These Are 10 Things They Would Never, Ever Do With Their Own Cars

Regular car maintenance is crucial to prevent costly repairs.
Ignoring regular oil changes can lead to engine damage. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
Cars

Automotive crash testing just got harder in 2024-which OEMs did well?

Tougher safety test requirements by IIHS for Top Safety Pick awards
Changes in tests including backseat passengers, pedestrian detection, and side-crash tests [ more ]
PortlandTribune.com
3 months ago
Cars

Winter Vehicle Maintenance: Your Guide to a Safe and Smooth Season

Prepare your vehicle for winter by ensuring it is well-maintained.
Check your car's battery to ensure it is ready for the cold weather. [ more ]
silive
3 months ago
NYC politics

NYC to impose new safety rules on large vehicles, including school buses

Mayor Eric Adams announced new safety requirements for large vehicles in the city, impacting over 23,000 trucks and buses.
The new requirements include fleet safety plans, increased driver training, and the addition of 360-degree cameras or high-visibility design. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
Web design

Tesla's cars just got recalled' over a font

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall for Tesla vehicles due to a visual warning indicator with a font size smaller than recommended, which could pose a safety risk.
The recall affects 2.2 million Tesla vehicles including the Cybertruck, Model X, Model Y, and Model S, and can be fixed with a simple over-the-air software update. [ more ]
Streetsblog
3 months ago
Cars

Study: Find Out Exactly How Much More Likely a Tall Car Is To Kill You - Streetsblog USA

Capping the hood height of passenger trucks and SUVs at the level of a modest crossover could reduce pedestrian deaths by 18 percent.
The increasing hood height of vehicles is contributing to the national pedestrian death crisis. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
Cars

Toyota do not drive' advisory warns owners of older vehicles about deadly airbags that can eject shrapnel

Toyota has issued a Do Not Drive advisory for 50,000 vehicles due to faulty Takata airbags.
The faulty airbags have resulted in over 30 deaths worldwide and hundreds of injuries, prompting a massive recall effort. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Cars

The Big Number: 2 Million

Tesla's Autopilot software has been criticized by U.S. regulators for not ensuring driver attentiveness.
This recall is the largest yet, affecting almost all Tesla vehicles manufactured in the U.S. since 2012. [ more ]
WIRED
5 months ago
Cars

US Regulators Want Cars to Include Drunk-Driver Detection Technology

The US government is considering requiring new cars to have technology that detects whether the driver is drunk.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is exploring different methods to detect impairment, such as air and touch sensors or tracking driver's gaze or steering. [ more ]
Streetsblog
5 months ago
Cars

Fed Panel Wants to Confront the Role of Aggressive Auto Advertising in U.S. Road Deaths - Streetsblog USA

The National Transportation Safety Board is calling for technology that prevents drivers from reaching high speeds depicted in auto advertisements.
Dodge's advertising tactics are notorious among sustainable transportation advocates.
The car industry as a whole should face more scrutiny for advertising that emphasizes risky behavior. [ more ]
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