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How Thermal Cameras Can Improve AEB Systems

DETROIT, Mich.–Despite the increased prevalence and sophistication of automatic emergency braking (AEB) in vehicles today, pedestrian fatalities are climbing. The U.S.-based Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) estimates there were 6,200 pedestrians killed in traffic accidents in the U.S. in 2018, the…

Nissan Rogue

AEB in Some Nissan Models Going Rogue

Nissan has acknowledged the problem but has yet to issue a formal recall Safety groups agree that automatic emergency braking has the potential to save lives and reduce crash deaths, but that is obviously contingent on the technology actually working…

Certain Nissan trucks must have their parking brake replaced in New Zealand

Lawsuit Alleges Nissan AEB Problem

A Nissan automatic emergency braking lawsuit alleges the front distance radar sensors can cause the systems to engage even though no obstacles exist. This causes the Nissan vehicles to suddenly slow down or come to complete stops in the middle…

The Ford Escape ST-Line Elite Hybrid AWD is a terrific all-around compact SUV

Escape Hybrid Delivers Compact SUV Value

CHATHAM, Mass. – I was impressed with the redesigned 2023 Ford Escape compact sport-utility vehicle (SUV) when we drove it late last year and following a week in a hybrid-electric  Ford Escape ST-Line Elite Hybrid AWD (all-wheel-drive) version, our opinion…

ZF and Nikola's Safety Innovations

ZF and Nikola’s Safety Innovations

ZF Group, a leader in automotive technology, and Nikola Corporation have ushered in a new era of road safety in the North American commercial vehicle market with the integration of ZF’s cutting-edge driver-assistance technologies, OnGuardMAX and OnSideALERT, into Nikola’s hydrogen…

Nissan Rogue 2021 Brake Recall Alert"

Nissan Rogue 2021 Brake Recall Alert

Nissan North America, Inc. has announced a recall for its 2021 Rogue vehicles under NHTSA Campaign Number 23V791000. This action is necessitated by a critical flaw in the brake system, specifically involving the rear brake calipers. The issue stems from…

Tall Vehicles Heighten Pedestrian Risk

Tall Vehicles Heighten Pedestrian Risk

Recent research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveals a concerning trend: vehicles with taller front ends, such as pickups, SUVs, and vans, pose a significantly higher risk to pedestrians. The study, encompassing nearly 18,000 pedestrian crashes, found…

Hyundai Sued Over ABS Defects

Hyundai Faces ABS System Lawsuit

McCune Law Group (MLG) has filed a class action lawsuit against Hyundai Motor Co. and Hyundai Motor America. The lawsuit revolves around alleged defects in the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) assembly in various Hyundai vehicle models. The claim suggests that…

Kenworth T680's ADAS Upgrade

Kenworth T680’s ADAS Upgrade

Kenworth Truck Company has introduced a series of advanced braking enhancements in its latest Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) for the Kenworth T680 model, focusing on improved safety through braking technology innovations. Why It Matters Commercial truck safety is paramount,…

Escape ST-Line Elite Compact SUV

CHATHAM, Mass. – Ford redesigned its Escape range of compact sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) for the 2023 model year, producing an even more competitive entry into one of America’s most hotly fought vehicle segments. This refresh of the Escape’s third generation…

Harley-Davidson is recalling certain 2023 motorcycles

Harley-Davidson Recalls 2,212 Bikes for Brake Issue

MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson Motor Company has agreed to recall certain model-year 2023 motorcycles that could develop a brake fluid leak and, subsequently, a loss of braking capability. The American motorcycle manufacturer’s recall covers 2,212 Harley-Davidson FLHXSE (930) and FLTRXSE (1,282)…

Improving vehicle perception in all weather and lighting conditions is critical to reducing the record number of pedestrian fatalities in the United States and making autonomous vehicle (AV) systems safer.

ADAS, AV Safety Improvements from Teledyne

WILSONVILLE, Ore. — Improving vehicle perception in all weather and lighting conditions is critical to reducing the record number of pedestrian fatalities in the United States and making autonomous vehicle (AV) systems safer. In June 2023, GHSA projected that 7,508 pedestrians were…

The 2024 INFINITI QX60 Autograph is a solid luxury three-row SUV

QX60 Luxury in a 3-Row SUV

CHATHAM, Mass. – Sometimes you get lucky, like finding a luxurious 2024 INFINITI QX60 Autograph three-row mid-size sport utility (SUV) in your driveway prior to a 400-mile road trip. The QX60 is roomy, comfortable and efficient, a perfect conveyance to…

STRADVISION unveiled a new concept to expedite OEM development

STRADVISION Passes Million-Unit Milestone

SEOUL — STRADVISION announced a significant achievement: its groundbreaking deep learning-based vision perception technology, SVNet, has exceeded the 1-million-unit milestone in cumulative commercial production since its 2019 introduction. As an industry pioneer in deep learning-based vision perception technology, STRADVISION initiated…