Sentences with phrase «crash prevention system on»

It coupled a score of acceptable or better in the small front overlap test with at least the OPTION of an automated frontal crash prevention system on that model as the minimum bar to receive TSP +.

Large trucks could get a major safety upgrade if the U.S. mandates front crash prevention systems on big rigs.

Not exact matches

In order to qualify for the Top Safety Pick + award, a vehicle must have a Good score on all five crashworthiness tests and it must come with a front crash prevention system that earns an Advanced or Superior rating.

Performance requirements: Participating manufacturers will ensure vehicles have both a forward collision warning system that meets a subset of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's current 5 - Star Safety Ratings program requirements on the timing of driver alerts and an automatic braking system that earns at least an advanced rating in the current Insurance Institute for Highway Safety front crash prevention track tests.

Crash avoidance technology, such as front crash prevention systems, should help offset some of the effects of distracted driving as these systems make their way into more vehicles on the road.

Drivers get into fewer crashes when their vehicles are equipped with front crash prevention systems, and new technology is on the way to connect vehicles to each other and roadway infrastructure to alleviate crashes.

«Just as forward collision warning systems that include autonomous braking cut crashes more sharply than those that don't, lane departure prevention systems that don't rely on a driver's response may hold more promise than the systems HLDI has looked at so far,» says David Zuby, the Institute's chief research officer.

Here is a brief explanation of several key innovative crash prevention systems which are currently being employed on this year's model.

Even worse, automakers like Subaru with excellent forward crash prevention systems don't include it on all trims.

To help consumers zero in on automatic braking systems with the most stopping power, the Institute started rating passenger vehicles for front crash prevention in 2013.

So, for example, the Subaru Outback can be advertised as earning the Top Safety Pick Plus rating, even though much of the inventory on its dealers» lots are not actually TSP + eligible because the forward crash prevention system is not included on top - selling trims.

Although luxury vehicles are more likely to have optional front crash prevention systems, the technology is catching on with more mainstream nameplates.

The majority of the case study vehicles were 2008 - 12 Volvos (S60, S80, V40, V60, V70, XC60, XC70) with City Safety, a low - speed front crash prevention system standard on Volvos since the 2008 model year.

IIHS assigns models with available front crash prevention systems basic, advanced or superior ratings based on system type and performance in track tests.

Its front crash prevention system earns a basic rating and all available headlights on the Taurus are rated poor.

The Institute rates models with optional or standard front crash prevention systems as superior, advanced or basic depending on whether they offer autonomous braking, or autobrake, and, if so, how effective it is in tests at 12 and 25 mph.

The front crash prevention features of the Top Safety Pick + winners run the gamut from basic warning systems, such as those offered on the Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ and Honda's four winners, to Subaru's EyeSight warning and autobrake system.

The ratings program is based on HLDI research of the insurance claims of Acura, Mercedes - Benz and Volvo models with front crash prevention systems (see «They're working,» July 3, 2012).

The Institute's research on the effects of front crash prevention on police - reported crashes found that vehicles with forward collision warning and automatic braking had a 20 percent higher rate of being rear - ended than vehicles without the systems.

On top of that, the GLC SUV also offers a standard COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS system, which was rated as «superior» in front crash pPREVENTION ASSIST PLUS system, which was rated as «superior» in front crash preventionprevention.

On the active side of the Giulia's safety equipment, it has an optional front crash prevention system.

It's worth noting that both the optional front crash prevention system and curve - adaptive headlights must be included on a Giulia before it can be considered a Top Safety Pick +.

IIHS launched its front crash prevention rating program in 2013 to help consumers sort through a maze of technologies and zero in on the most effective systems.

ARLINGTON, Va. — The Subaru Impreza, previously a Top Safety Pick award winner, moves up to 2014 Top Safety Pick + with the addition of a superior - rated front crash prevention system as an option on the 2015 model.

Ford and Dodge offer optional forward collision warning systems on the Mustang and Challenger, and both coupes earn a basic rating for front crash prevention because their systems meet performance criteria set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The headlights that come standard on other Q70s are rated acceptable, but consumers can't get these headlights with the superior - rated front crash prevention system.

The system relies on two cameras mounted to the interior roof behind the windshield, a set - up that leads to lower repair costs than other front crash prevention systems that rely on equipment embedded in the vehicle exterior.

A superior - rated front crash prevention system is a new option on the 2015 Subaru Impreza.

Below is a list of names of front crash prevention systems rated by the Institute that are available on 2016 models.

The standard Uconnect Access system includes automatic crash notification, on - demand roadside assistance, remote door unlocking and stolen vehicle assistance, while the optional SafetyTec Plus package (offered on all but the 300 Limited) adds forward collision warning and mitigation with automatic braking, lane - departure warning and prevention and a blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert.

Equinox LT 1LT, AWD, 17 Aluminum Wheels, 6 Speaker Audio System Feature, Equipment Group 1LT, Front Bucket Seats, Fully automatic headlights, Heated door mirrors, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power windows, Remote keyless entry, Speed control, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel.Awards: * 2014 IIHS Top Safety Pick + * 2014 IIHS Top Safety Pick + with optional front crash prevention * 2014 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsWe offer Market Based Pricing, please call to check on the availability of this vehicle.

Malibu LS 1LS, Dark Atmosphere / Medium Ash Gray w / Premium Cloth Seat Trim, 16 Aluminum Wheels, Front Bucket Seats, Fully automatic headlights, Power windows, Remote keyless entry, Security system, Speed control, Steering wheel mounted audio controls.INCLUDED OPTIONAL FEATURES: Malibu LS 1LS, Dark Atmosphere / Medium Ash Gray w / Premium Cloth Seat Trim, 16 Aluminum Wheels, Front Bucket Seats, Fully automatic headlights, Power windows, Remote keyless entry, Security system, Speed control, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, 6 - Way Manual Driver Seat Adjuster, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, AM / FM radio, Brake assist, Bumpers: body - color, Compass, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Emergency communication system, Exterior Parking Camera Rear, Four wheel independent suspension, Front anti-roll bar, Front Center Armrest w / Storage, Front Passenger 6 - Way Manual Seat Adjuster, Front reading lights, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Power door mirrors, Power steering, Premium Cloth Seat Trim, Radio: AM / FM Stereo w / Seek - and - Scan / Digital Clock, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear seat center armrest, Rear side impact airbag, Rear window defroster, Split folding rear seat, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, and Variably intermittent wipers.Awards: * 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick + with optional front crash prevention * 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick + * 2016 KBB.com 10 Most Comfortable Cars Under $ 30,000 * 2016 KBB.com 10 Most Awarded Cars * 2016 KBB.com Best Buy Awards Finalist * 2016 KBB.com 16 Best Family Cars * 2016 KBB.com 10 Best Sedans Under $ 25,000 We offer Market Based Pricing, please call to check on the availability of th