Trump administration reviewing U.S. automatic emergency braking rule

NHTSA is reconsidering requiring nearly all new cars and trucks by 2029 to have advanced automatic emergency braking systems. (IIHS)

January 24, 2025 03:27 PM

WASHINGTON — A U.S. auto safety agency said Friday it is reconsidering a landmark rule from the administration of former President Joe Biden requiring nearly all new cars and trucks by 2029 to have advanced automatic emergency braking systems.

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