The new rule makes AEB standard on all passenger cars and trucks weighing up to 10,000 lbs.
The current law only requires a seatbelt warning for driver-seat use. NHTSA is accepting public comments on the proposal until November 6.
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While SEMA recognizes the rule's potential, it is imperative to vehicle safety that drivers can manually disengage these features.
SEMA encourages aftermarket businesses to provide feedback on the rulemaking directly to our Government Affairs staff.
By the SEMA D.C. Office