Crash prevention technology shows 'huge potential,' but the roadmap is up for debate

Nearly all new cars now come with automatic emergency braking and other safety features. Researchers say these systems are saving lives, but there's still debate about how to make them better.

Crash prevention technology shows 'huge potential,' but the roadmap is up for debate
Researchers at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety test how well automatic emergency braking systems work in real-world conditions.

Nearly all new cars now come with automatic emergency braking and other safety features. Researchers say these systems are saving lives, but there's still debate about how to make them better.

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