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What is Autonomous Emergency Braking and how does it work?

Volvo was one of the pioneers of Autonomous Braking (Picture © Volvo)

Volvo was one of the pioneers of Autonomous Braking (Picture © Volvo)

From 2015 new cars must have Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) if they’re to get a maximum five-star rating from Euro NCAP, the independent crash-safety organisation. The aim is to encourage car makers to fit as standard the system that slows or stops a car automatically if it detects danger.

Read on to find all you need to know about an exciting new technology that could slash the number of accidents on British roads.  Continue reading