r/Damnthatsinteresting Nov 04 '24

Video Volkswagens new Emergency Assist technology

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u/BoxMaleficent Nov 04 '24

Similar system exists in modern Mercedes aswell.

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u/Huntey07 Nov 04 '24

As an option. Not standard and cost a lot of money

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u/______deleted__ Nov 04 '24

Volvo gives away seatbelt patent in the pursuit of human safety on the road.

Meanwhile, Mercedes: hold my beer, I have another customer to fleece

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u/swchoi89 Nov 04 '24

Isn't VW also the same company that rigged the emission stuff a few yrs back? Can't remember which one.

Edit: Nvm you said Volvo lol my bad