Automatic Emergency Braking Test Devices: Heavy Vehicle Automatic Emergency Braking

A professional truck driver argues that Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems are unsafe because they frequently trigger false emergency braking events. The commenter shares personal experiences where these malfunctions caused dangerous trailer swings and nearly led to collisions with oncoming traffic.

The commenter supports the League of American Bicyclists' position that NHTSA should include specific "car to bicycle" testing standards for automatic emergency braking (AEB). They argue that the U.S. should adopt established international testing protocols, such as ECE Regulation No. 152 and various NCAPs, to ensure vehicle safety for cyclists.

The commenter, a truck driver, opposes the mandate for heavy vehicle automatic emergency braking systems. They argue that the technology causes dangerous false positives, such as "stabbing" the brakes under bridges, and express concern over the high costs associated with the requirement.

A livestock hauler opposes the proposed automatic emergency braking requirements, arguing that sudden braking can cause dangerous load shifts and increase the risk of rollover accidents. The commenter suggests that the technology undermines driver skill and advocates for improved driver training instead of new regulations.

A professional long-haul trucker opposes the mandate for heavy vehicle automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems, arguing that the technology can react unpredictably and dangerously in complex driving scenarios. The commenter contends that human judgment is superior to AI in anticipating hazards and that forcing this technology could lead to jackknifing or rollovers for heavy trucks.

The commenter, who appears to be a truck delivery driver, argues that heavy vehicle automatic emergency braking systems are dangerous and prone to malfunctioning. They claim the systems cause skidding and safety hazards in various driving conditions and advocate for them to be outlawed until perfected.

The commenter opposes the proposed action based on personal experiences with automatic braking systems. They argue that the technology is dangerous because it can activate unnecessarily and take control of the vehicle away from the driver.

A commercial truck driver argues that mandating automatic emergency braking systems is dangerous because the technology frequently triggers "false positives" due to shadows, debris, and construction barriers. The commenter claims these malfunctions create safety hazards for other drivers and disrupt the supply chain, asserting that the technology is not ready for real-world use in heavy vehicles.