StoppingSight Distance. Stopping Sight Distance (SSD) is the viewable distance required for a driver to see so that he or she can make a complete stop in the event of an unforeseen hazard. SSD is made up of two components: (1) Braking Distance and (2) Perception-Reaction Time. Forces acting on a vehicle that is braking. SafeRoads: To encourage safer behaviors, and to facilitate safe travel by the most vulnerable users, design roadway environments to accommodate human mistakes and injury tolerances. Safe Vehicles : Expand the availability of vehicle designs and features that help to prevent crashes and minimize the impact of crashes on both occupants and non Itis most often an app for smartphones available from wireless services and companies that specialize in this technology. The most basic technologies prohibit calls or texts while a vehicle is in motion. More advanced systems are capable of blocking audio features, and tracking speed and sudden stops. First make sure you have physically checked behind your car before backing out. Then, shift the car into reverse while holding your brake. Check over your shoulders and look at your side and rearview mirrors for any people, animals and objects. Then, back slowly, and stop if your back-up warning activates. .

feature available when vehicle is safely stopped