Are Connecticut Drivers Relying on Auto Technology Too Much?

If you have purchased a new vehicle in the last several years, technology has become more and more commonplace. From back-up cameras to safety technology, there is both good news and bad news.

Driver safety technologies would prevent 2.7 million auto accidents nationwide and 9,500 deaths.\, if installed on all vehicles. Unfortunately, many drivers are unaware of the safety limitations to these technologies.

• 40% of drivers did not know the difference between automatic emergency braking and forward collision warnings;
• 80% of drivers who had vehicles with blind spot monitoring believed that it detected pedestrians, cyclists, etc. when the technology does not detect those objects and felt comfortable solely relying on the technology without double checking for pedestrians/cyclists.

If you or a loved one was injured in a Connecticut auto accident, contact our firm immediately. Our experienced team may be able to help you with your claim.