Introduction
Recently, we have heard a lot about future cars and autonomous driving technology. All car manufacturers are working hard to make this dream a reality. While achieving this goal may still be some time away, we are getting closer every day.
Functions of Autonomous Vehicles
Some features of self-driving cars are already a reality and are present in new vehicles. However, one of the most crucial features is set to become standard in all cars in the near future.
Automatic Braking
A significant number of car manufacturers have come together to make automatic braking a standard feature in all their new vehicles starting from September 1, 2022. This means it will happen in just about six years!
Committed Car Brands
Take a look at: Competitors of the Toyota Fortuner
Nearly all well-known brands are included in this initiative. According to "The Car Connection," the brands are:
- Audi
- BMW
- Fiat Chrysler
- Ford
- General Motors
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Jaguar
- Kia
- Land Rover
- Maserati
- Mazda
- Mercedes-Benz
- Mitsubishi
- Nissan
- Porsche
- Subaru
- Tesla
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
The Goal of Automatic Braking
The primary aim of this initiative is to reduce the number of accidents each year. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), automatic braking is expected to prevent over 9,000 accidents and 4,000 injuries annually. There are other reasons for this initiative, such as lowering car insurance costs. If you have a 2022 model car with automatic braking, your insurance may be less, but if your vehicle is older, your insurance rates could increase.
Conclusion
It saddens us to see daily news about accidents and the loss of young lives due to car crashes; therefore, we are very pleased with this news as it aims to make roads safer. It is a fantastic move by car manufacturers.
We wish you safety wherever you go!
