Sentences with phrase «with drivers behind the wheel»

Cuomo's announcement this week that Lower Manhattan's congested streets would play experimental backdrop to autonomous cars — with drivers behind the wheel to to bolster safety — blindsided the de Blasio administration, according to City Hall.

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If you're going to be doing driving of any kind, whether it's transporting horses or driving a taxi or getting behind the wheel of an 18 - wheeler, it all starts with a valid driver's license, preferably in the state in which you plan to conduct business.

For example, truck drivers can wear a «Smart Cap,» literally a hat with sensors in it, that helps keep tabs on their levels of alertness, reducing the risk of accidents due to fatigue or falling asleep behind the wheel.

Customers will be able to call cars with a special app at any time of day, and each vehicle will have a safety driver behind the wheel.

Up to that point, Google had quietly sent early versions of the car, with a «safety driver» behind the wheel, more than 100,000 miles in California.

The vehicle was in autonomous mode at the time of the collision, with a human test driver behind the wheel.

BARTONSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE / WYOU)-- We've all shared the road with tractor trailers, but truck drivers have a very different view from behind the wheel than we do.

However using the drunk driver example / metaphor, I have no problem with anyone getting behind the wheel of a car too inebriated to drive facing consequences with restrictions on their licence or even jail time.

The few spectators — mostly friends of those behind the wheel and erstwhile drivers who will lapse morosely into long descriptions of what exactly has kept their car in the shop this week with little provocation — hang around the starting line in twos and threes, arms crossed.

He'll take on driving duties for Sauber on day two of the test, with fellow F2 driver Gustav Mallya getting behind the wheel on day one.

As NASCAR began the 2014 season with the sport's biggest race, the Daytona 500, one of the questions to ask is how many of these drivers will suffer a concussion during the course of the year, how many of them will have it properly diagnosed and fully recover before they get behind the wheel, and what will be the long - term effects of these brain injuries?

The de Blasio administration and most of the education committee supported the bill, arguing that more experienced school bus drivers behind the wheel will benefit all city children who take the bus, particularly students with special needs who require trained drivers and escorts.

The state is providing up to $ 1 million for the enforcement campaign, which includes more unmarked SUVs so Troopers can blend in with traffic and observe drivers behind the wheel.

With the nation baking in the August heat and its highways packed with vacationers, the AAA Traffic Safety Foundation has just released its first - ever survey of aggressive behavior behind the wheel: Nearly 80 percent of U.S. drivers say they committed at least one antisocial act on the road in the past yWith the nation baking in the August heat and its highways packed with vacationers, the AAA Traffic Safety Foundation has just released its first - ever survey of aggressive behavior behind the wheel: Nearly 80 percent of U.S. drivers say they committed at least one antisocial act on the road in the past ywith vacationers, the AAA Traffic Safety Foundation has just released its first - ever survey of aggressive behavior behind the wheel: Nearly 80 percent of U.S. drivers say they committed at least one antisocial act on the road in the past year.

At its headiest, it's like Singin» in the Rain with a souped - up engine, but even if Baby is the Gene Kelly of the getaway car, watching Baby Driver always feels like watching someone else do the driving rather than being behind the wheel yourself.

This special bundle will be available at Gamestop and Amazon in the US and at Gamestop.ca in Canda. In DiRT 3, players get behind the wheel to race through the snow, rain and dirt, competing as a professional driver across three continents — from the forests of Michigan to the infamous roads of Finland and the national parks of Kenya. DiRT 3â $ ™ s stunning new Gymkhana mode, inspired by Ken Block's incredible freestyle driving event, allows gamers to test their skills in free sessions or challenge events where they must complete courses by performing spectacular stunts, racking up combos and earning style points. Players can also play or compete with friends in split - screen or online multiplayer modes, and become Gymkhana stars by publishing spectacular runs direct to YouTube.

With decades of experience building people - friendly vans in Europe, Renault says the Master minibus cossets the driver, which in turn reduces fatigue during a long day behind the wheel, enhancing safety.

To sit in a Ferrari's sumptuous driver's seat, savoring the aroma of leather and the voluptuous view over the hood; to press the red starter button on the steering wheel and hear the V - 8 light off with a cannon - fire report through quad exhausts; to flick one of the big shift paddles at redline and feel the 7 - speed dual - clutch transmission crack off an upshift so fast the M80 - like tailpipe explosion that follows seems at least a city block behind you... these are merely a few of the sensations that delight and excite and bedazzle any soul lucky enough conduct a Ferrari with his or her own hands.

As with the previous Ferrari FXX, which was based on the Ferrari Enzo, the FXX K is really a rolling research laboratory for Ferrari; the exclusive list of drivers able to buy the car can only get behind the wheel on certain race tracks as part of a test program for the company.

Even with a far, far less talented driver behind the wheel, the FR - S dives into corners with enthusiasm and a minimum of understeer.

The maximum radio volume can be pre-restricted, along with maximum speed warnings, and vehicle safety systems will all be enabled while the teen driver is behind the wheel.

On everyday twisty roads the focus will leave the rest with your average driver behind the wheel.

«Drivers who get behind the wheels of super-charged cars and drive at speeds of about 200km / h on public roads are endangering their lives, the lives of the people they race against and those of innocent people sharing the road with them.

Not only has the championship attracted one of the world's most successful drivers with Sebastian Loeb, rally stars Petter Solberg and Gigi Galli as well as circuit drivers Jacques Villeneuve, Yvan Muller and DTM champion Mattias Ekstrom have all got behind the wheel of WRX cars.

The level of electronic wizardry in the GT - R is astonishing, with suspension, transmission and powertrain adjustability that creates a car with capabilities far exceeding those of nearly any driver likely to get behind the wheel.

Along with tethered car functions, the Amazon technology also allows integration with a smart house, which allows the driver to open the garage, turn off or turn on lights, and prepare home climate control all through voice commands issued while behind the wheel.

Nissan won a total of 19 races with the car, and snagged two Drivers» and Manufacturers» Championships in 1992 and 1994 with Steve Millen behind the wheel.

With so much going on in front of and behind the driver just to get the power to the wheels, you might think there'd be little left in terms of control — the computers must be doing everything.

It proved to be a wise decision, as the S4 Competition — this very one, in fact — won the 2001 driver's championship with Mike Galati behind the wheel, beating race - spec Porsche 911s, Dodge Vipers, and Chevrolet Corvettes in the process.

With a little electronic sorcery, each vehicle dupes its driver into thinking he's behind the wheel of a sport sedan.

We got to the top of Pikes Peak in 14 minutes, 5 seconds, a far cry from the 9:46 Zwart did last year in a 911; he thinks the Macan GTS could run in the mid-12s with a more seasoned driver behind its steering wheel.

In April, the Department of Transportation launched pilotenforcement campaigns in Hartford, Connecticut and Syracuse, New York, in April 2010 to test whether increased law enforcement efforts combined with public service announcements could get distracted drivers to put down their cell phones behind the wheel.

We've already discovered which car was quickest around Gingerman Raceway with professional driver Alex Lloyd behind the wheel and spent a day at Milan Dragway laying down quarter - mile times.

Changes can be operated with paddles behind the steering wheel, but we suspect few will bother - despite claims the LS is more of a driver's car than before, it's unlikely to be put into service as a B - road tearaway.

The large paddles behind the wheel feel satisfying to use, which helps bring back some of the driver engagement lost with the lack of a manual model.

Plus, with driver assist functions like LaneSense ® Lane Departure Warning, Hill Start Assist, and Ready Alert Braking, you'll be more alert and conscious of any possible hazards when behind the wheel.

With plenty of perks and benefits to drivers and passengers, it's no wonder drivers in the Chicago - area are looking to get behind the wheel of the new Macan S. That's where we here at Loeber Porsche come in.

It's also big on comfort, with a height - adjustable driver seat and a tilt - and - telescoping steering wheel to help you find the perfect position behind the wheel.

Over the last decade Giorgio Sanna, who was born in Rome, has been actively helping in the development of both Lamborghini production models and special versions, starting with the Murciélago over the Gallardo, Aventador and now the Huracan... since 2009 he was the chief test driver that was behind the wheel of the racing cars under development in Sant «Agata.

In addition to its comfort and convenience features, the 2018 Maserati Levante also features a variety of advanced driver assistance systems, designed to help drivers avoid accidents so they can drive with confidence each time they get behind the wheel.

«We now have our race cars running on every Continent in some of the world's most competitive sportscar races and championships with some of the top GT drivers behind the wheel.»

Also includes (K47) Air cleaner, high capacity and (KNP) Cooling, external transmission oil cooler., TIRES, P265 / 70R17, ON - / OFF - ROAD, WHITE OUTLINED - LETTER includes an on - / off - road blackwall spare, SUSPENSION PACKAGE, OFF - ROAD includes 1.81» (46 mm) shocks, off - road jounce bumpers, stabilizer bars, (NZZ) Skid Plate Package, (K47) Air cleaner, high capacity and Z71 decals on rear quarters, SPARE TIRE LOCK keyed cylinder lock that utilizes same key as ignition and door, SOUND SYSTEM FEATURE, STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED RADIO CONTROLS, RADIO AND DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC), SLE PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes standard equipment, SKID PLATE PACKAGE includes aluminum front underbody shield starting behind front bumper and running to 1st cross-member, protecting front underbody, oil pan, differential case and transfer case, frame - mounted shields, and SEATS, FRONT 40/20/40 SPLIT - BENCH, 3 - PASSENGER, DRIVER AND PASSENGER MANUAL RECLINING center fold - down armrest with storage, adjustable outboard head restraints and storage pockets on Extended and Crew Cab Models (STD).

The Range Rover Evoque is equipped with the latest generation of smart driver assistance technologies to help make life behind the wheel as safe and stress - free as possible in today's congested driving conditions.

What is frankly kind of a miracle is that, after a couple of turns behind the wheels of these supercharged Challengers and Chargers, I'm still alive and with no points on my driver's license.

The AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission comes with a model - specific software application that provides shorter shift times, so when turning on the «Sport» or the «Sport Plus» transmission modes, the driver gets quite an emotional driving experience behind the steering wheel of the G 63.

AMG instrument cluster, Bluetooth interface for hands free telephone, COMAND HDD navigation + 7 «colour screen, linguatronic, MP3 compatible 6CD / DVD, radio, bluetooth interface, 4 GB music register, SD card slot, Outside temperature gauge, Parktronic system, Remote boot closing, Remote boot release, Service indicator (ASSYST), Speed sensitive steering, Speedtronic cruise control, Trip computer, 2 Electric windows, Adaptive brake lights, AMG radiator grille in black with chrome, AMG sports exhaust system with two twin chrome tailpipes, Auto dimming interior and driver's door mirror, Bi-xenon headlights / wash + dynamic range adjustment, Body colour bumpers, Electric / heated / folding door mirrors, Front fog lights, Headlamp assist, Heated screen wash system, LED daytime running lights, Rain sensor windscreen wipers, Retractable rear spoiler, Tinted glass, AMG aluminium gear shift paddles, Auto Mercedes - Benz child seat recognition sensor, Cupholder, Electric adjustable steering column, Electric front seats with memory, Electric heated front seats, Front centre armrest, Front head restraints, Lumbar support, Luxury climate control, Multi function steering wheel, Storage box under passenger seat, Storage boxes behind seats, ABS with Brake Assist, Adaptive accelerator pedal, Driver / front passenger airbag, Driver / front passenger head + thorax airbag, Drivers knee airbag, ESP with ASR, Passenger knee airbag, Side window airbags, Tyre pressure monitoring driver's door mirror, Bi-xenon headlights / wash + dynamic range adjustment, Body colour bumpers, Electric / heated / folding door mirrors, Front fog lights, Headlamp assist, Heated screen wash system, LED daytime running lights, Rain sensor windscreen wipers, Retractable rear spoiler, Tinted glass, AMG aluminium gear shift paddles, Auto Mercedes - Benz child seat recognition sensor, Cupholder, Electric adjustable steering column, Electric front seats with memory, Electric heated front seats, Front centre armrest, Front head restraints, Lumbar support, Luxury climate control, Multi function steering wheel, Storage box under passenger seat, Storage boxes behind seats, ABS with Brake Assist, Adaptive accelerator pedal, Driver / front passenger airbag, Driver / front passenger head + thorax airbag, Drivers knee airbag, ESP with ASR, Passenger knee airbag, Side window airbags, Tyre pressure monitoring Driver / front passenger airbag, Driver / front passenger head + thorax airbag, Drivers knee airbag, ESP with ASR, Passenger knee airbag, Side window airbags, Tyre pressure monitoring Driver / front passenger head + thorax airbag, Drivers knee airbag, ESP with ASR, Passenger knee airbag, Side window airbags, Tyre pressure monitoring system

Take your seat behind the wheel, and you'll instantly be blown away with this elite sedan's upscale interior featuring high - quality materials, driver - oriented controls, plus a huge 8.4 inch Uconnect touch screen audio system, dual zone temperature controls, and power driver's seat.

In addition to its eco-credibility, the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid also offers a full ensemble of high end features, such as HID headlights, heated and cooled «Bridge of Weir» leather seats, the SYNC vehicle interface and the SmartGauge with EcoGuide feature that is designed to train drivers to alter their habits behind the wheel to encourage more efficient fuel consumption.

Take your seat behind the wheel and you'll instantly be blown away with this elite sedan's upscale interior featuring high quality materials, driver - oriented controls, plus all the comfort and convenience features your life demands.

Also, despite General Motors» policy against factory - sponsored racing efforts, Camaro began to make a name for itself on the track on the new International Race of Champions (IROC) series with many top drivers winning trophies from behind the wheel of a Camaro year after year until the late 1980s.