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20 automakers commit to make automatic emergency braking standard on new vehicles no later than 2022; faster than regulatory process

Green Car Congress

Automakers making the commitment are Audi; BMW; FCA US LLC; Ford; General Motors; Honda; Hyundai; Jaguar Land Rover; Kia; Maserati; Mazda; Mercedes-Benz; Mitsubishi Motors; Nissan; Porsche; Subaru; Tesla Motors; Toyota; Volkswagen; and Volvo Car USA. NHTSA hosting public meetings on automated vehicles.

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Univ. of Utah study finds many infotainment systems too distracting to be used when vehicle in motion

Green Car Congress

When driving at 25 mph, a driver can travel the length of four football fields during the time it could take to enter a destination in navigation—all while distracted from the important task of driving. Kia Sorento LX. —David Strayer. Cadillac XT5 Luxury. Chevrolet Traverse LT. Dodge Ram 1500. Ford Fusion Titanium.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Venue

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In 514 miles of 75-percent highway/25-percent city driving, we averaged 38 mpg; on one highway run with the cruise control set at 65 mph and in the Normal drive mode, we achieved 42.9 inch color touchscreen for the rearview camera that has moving parking guidelines, navigation and the infotainment system. Road Test: 2020 Kia Soul.

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