Magna settles into smart-seat market

Magna's smart seats, which have sensors embedded in the cushion and backrest, can monitor a driver's heart rate to determine whether he's getting drowsy.

November 14, 2016 05:00 AM

Magna International has joined the race to develop "smart" auto seats that can monitor a driver's heart rate to determine whether he is getting drowsy.

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