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A “Tesla standard:” NHTSA proposes Automatic Emergency Braking mandate for new vehicles

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed new safety standards that would require automatic emergency braking (AEB) and pedestrian AEB systems on all new vehicles, regardless of powertrain. The implementation of AEB in vehicles has undoubtedly saved countless lives over the years.

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Automatic Emergency Braking to Be Required for All New Vehicles in 2029

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Automakers are increasingly making advanced driver assist systems (ADAS) like automatic emergency braking (AEB) standard to meet tightening crash-test standards, but that feature will become required by law in 2029. The new rules also require AEB to be effective in day and night lighting conditions.

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NTSB calls for alcohol detection systems in all new vehicles

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An investigation into a California crash that killed nine—including seven children—has led the National Transportation Safety Board to call for alcohol detection systems to be included in all new vehicles, according to new recommendations released Tuesday. These factors contributed to a loss of vehicle control.

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Tesla Model S and Model X now more affordable with Standard Range variants

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The Tesla Model S and Model X now start at more affordable prices, thanks in part to the introduction of a Standard Range variant for the two flagship electric cars. The introduction of the Model S and Model X Standard Range was spotted on Tesla’s online configurator earlier today. second 0-60 mph time.

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BMW introduces i7 Protection; first production electric protection model

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Power consumption of the standard i7 xDrive60 is 19.6 – 18.4 VR9 stands for the vehicle resistance class according to which a special protection vehicle is certified under the VPAM (Vereinigung der Prüfstellen für angriffshemmende Materialien und Konstruktionen) BRV (Bullet Resistant Vehicles) 2009 standard.

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Tesla updates Model S and Model X: Price cuts, free paint, and no more Standard Range

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Amidst the rollout of the Model 3 Project Highland to several territories such as China , parts of Europe , and the UAE , Tesla has also implemented updates for its two flagship vehicles, the Model S sedan and Model X SUV. Interestingly enough, Tesla has removed the Standard Range option for the Model S and Model X with its recent update.

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Volkswagen debuts three-row ID. Buzz

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It offers a longer wheelbase than the two-row European vehicle that debuted in 2022 ( earlier post ), plus a bigger battery and more horsepower. Buzz has a rear-mounted powerplant as standard. Like all current modular electric drive (MEB) vehicles, the Buzz uses a multi-link rear suspension and struts at the front.

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