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Changing Technology: How our vehicles and roads are changing. . Presented by : Josh Dunning, Advisor, AARP Driver Safety. 1959 Chevrolet vs. 2009 Chevrolet. www.aarp.org/cartech. Top Technologies for Mature Drivers Smart headlights Emergency response s ystems Reverse monitoring
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Changing Technology: How our vehicles and roads are changing. Presented by: Josh Dunning, Advisor, AARP Driver Safety
Top Technologies for Mature Drivers • Smart headlights • Emergency response systems • Reverse monitoring • Blind spot warning systems • Lane departure • Vehicle stability control • Assistive parking systems • Voice-activated systems • Crash mitigation systems • Drowsy driver alerts
Top Technologies for Mature Drivers • Smart headlights • Emergency response systems • Reverse monitoring • Blind spot warning systems • Lane departure • Vehicle stability control • Assistive parking systems • Voice-activated systems • Crash mitigation systems • Drowsy driver alerts
Smart Headlights • Adjust the intensity and angle based on the roadway being driven (such as a curve), time of day, weather, and visibility conditions.
Smart Headlights • Adjust the intensity and angle based on the roadway being driven (such as a curve), time of day, weather, and visibility conditions.
Blind Spot Warning • Provides an alert, often a lighted signal in or near the side view mirror, when a vehicle is in your blind spot.
Blind Spot Warning • Provides an alert, often a lighted signal in or near the side view mirror, when a vehicle is in your blind spot.
Forward Collision Warning • Provides warnings or alerts if you approach a vehicle too quickly. Some systems may also automatically brake to reduce the impact or prevent a crash.
Forward Collision Warning • Provides warnings or alerts if you approach a vehicle too quickly. Some systems may also automatically brake to reduce the impact or prevent a crash.
Federal Highway Administration’s 9 Proven Safety Countermeasures have shown great effectiveness in improving safety. www.aarp.org/drc
Where to find more resources: www.aarp.org/drc Presented by: Josh Dunning, Advisor, AARP Driver Safety