Automatic Emergency Braking Test Devices: Heavy Vehicle Automatic Emergency Braking

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.

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.

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.

A commercial truck driver with over 23 years of experience argues that automatic emergency braking systems are dangerous and can create unsafe situations by reacting to shadows or terrain. The commenter suggests that the government should focus on improving driver training and skill rating programs instead of implementing these automated systems.

A master automobile and heavy duty truck technician and CDL driver opposes the rule because it fails to include requirements for Electronic Brake Signaling (EBS). The commenter argues that the lack of EBS in the rule is a significant safety oversight that prevents faster brake response times and more effective Automatic Emergency Braking systems.

A truck driver who operates heavy vehicles argues that the proposed automatic emergency braking equipment is dangerous and prone to false activations. They cite specific instances where the system caused the vehicle to slam on the brakes unnecessarily near overpasses and construction barriers, potentially leading to serious accidents.

Mickey, a long-time truck driver, opposes the implementation of automatic emergency braking systems, arguing that the focus should be on proper driver training and accountability for carriers instead of machine intervention. He expresses concern that these regulations represent government overreach and will negatively impact the livelihoods of independent drivers.

The commenter, likely a truck owner/operator, opposes the requirement for heavy vehicle automatic emergency braking systems. They argue that these systems can cause accidents by causing sudden braking that vehicles without ABS cannot handle, and they express concern over the high costs of the equipment and installation.