A newly published study highlights the worst states for distracted driving in 2024 with New Mexico taking the top spot in the study’s top 10 list. Study is part of larger push to highlight the dangers of distracted driving and how states can do their part to help reduce accidents and fatalities related to distracted driving.
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Biden Administration Doubles Down on Autonomous Emergency Braking
Automatic Emergency Braking has proven to be a game-changing feature in many new automobiles and the Department of Transportation is preparing to ensure that all Americans get access to the technology with new rules that makes it standard starting in 2029.
Honda Facing Possible Recall of 3 Million Vehicles; Toyota Recalls New Prius
Two major Japanese automakers are under NHTSA’s microscope. In the case of Toyota, the Japanese giant has ordered the recall of 55,000 of the latest-generation Prius hybrids sold in the U.S. That service action could be dwarfed, however, if the federal safety agency moves forward on a probe targeting 3 million Honda vehicles. Headlight.News has more.
New Survey Says Trucks and SUVs are Too Big, More Buyers Want Regulation
SUVs and pickup trucks have rapidly become an enduring presence on America’s roadways but a new survey appears to show that a growing number of consumers think that they are too big and that automakers should regulate how big they are as well as design them with pedestrian safety in mind.