Driverless car

a driver five seconds to check a text and crash head on into the car in the oncoming lane going 40 mph. Acura capitalized this in their recent ad "the Test" in an effort to sell the car as well as sell the idea to keep families safety a top priority while driving. Acura, a top-selling car company in the USA, shows a safety tester placing a family inside a car. Not a word is said as these placid "dummies" are gently placed in the car. As the ad continues it is revealed the dummies are the tester…

Brakes Serviced To stay safe on the road, your car needs brakes that function properly. You want to have your brakes serviced before they become so worn that they fail and cause you to have an accident. Knowing how often to check your brakes is tricky because more things than mileage come into play. Here are some signs you should take your car to the shop for a brake check. Brake Warning Light A warning light may come on while you're driving your car that indicates you should check your…

with your car, find as much treasure as possible, and not be killed along the way. The player’s car is essential to winning (They can’t leave the dungeon without it) and getting higher scores. The car has infinite storage for treasures and limited but large storage for usable objects found in the dungeon. The more items you bring back and their value adds to a score. Bringing back cursed items either in the car or on the player’s person detracts from the score upon exiting the dungeon. The car…

regular tune-ups put your car in better condition to perform and handle different situations on the road, you're actually improving your safety statistics with a tune-up. This isn't something to procrastinate like picking up your dry-cleaning or defrosting the freezer, it's a real life and death scenario. Why Every Car Needs A Tune-Up While newer cars are more evolved, with sophisticated diagnostic systems that can inform the owner or mechanic of specific problems, all cars require routine…

If one acquired a brand-new car in 1990 for thirty thousand dollars, they probably got a decent amount of options such as nice leather, radio presets, automatic windows, and cruise control. However, a brand-new car in 2017 for thirty thousand dollars can come with a plethora of computer operated accessories that simply weren’t offered in the 90s. In many ways, the car industry is at the forefront of innovation and ingenuity. For example, many new cars have been designed to come equipped with…

Whether you've purchased a new or used vehicle, you can prolong the life of the car with regular maintenance. While current model vehicles don't need service as often as older models, they can still benefit from regular checkups and visits to a trusted mechanic. Change the Oil and Other Fluids Every few months, you should check the oil and have it changed. Some manufacturers recommend every 3,000 miles, but you should check your manual. If you drive in severe weather conditions, you might…

Today's vehicles come with quite a few bells and whistles. But what car technology features are worth the money and which ones are simply a distraction? Answering this question will help you find the best car to fit your needs. Blind Spot Detection and Lane Departure Safety is always an important feature with any car. In the past, this safety revolved around protecting those in the vehicle in the case of an accident. Today, however, there are many features that help the driver avoid an…

Many people have a dream car. Whether, it may be the newest car, or the oldest. There could be many benefits to your new car. However, there could be many to your old car as well. Many people want the best car when they think of their dream car, but some people only look at the good things that come with a dream car, and not the good things that go with the car you own. One benefit to the car you own can be the memories. Cars leave a lot of memories for people because it meant a lot to them. For…

is that it's easy to do and doesn't feel dangerous. Cars have powerful engines and have very smooth and quiet rides. When sitting on comfortable upholstery and surrounded by music, it's easy to forget that a wrong movement of the hand on the steering wheel can kill the occupants of the car. People also speed because of attitudes shaped by common myths. Here are three of them: My Car Will Protect Me in an Accident It is true that today's cars are far safer than those of past decades. They have…

Many people hop into a car and don’t put their seatbelt on, but why? This device could save your life, so why wouldn’t you want to wear it? “In 2009, Wisconsin upgraded its seatbelt law to primary enforcement, and the state’s Department of Transportation determined that Wisconsin’s seat belt use rate increased to nearly 80% in 2011 (http://saferoads.org/issues/seat-belts/).” If laws…