VW Emergeny Braking Assist... does it actually work?

[JustCruisn]

I agree we should not be relying on this new technology, but like seatbelts & air bags it is good to know it is there for that one time it all goes wrong.
Remember accidents do happen, if the auto brake can stop quicker than the human and that means a life is saved then I'm all for it.

[doc_777]

Yep, heaven forbid that should things go pear shaped, some technology might assist us.... after all, not being perfect, I guess I’m not alone in being capable of making mistakes

[gaea]

Have experienced Emergency brake assist about 5 times - all when cars turning off in front of me (was probably travelling too fast). Can definitely see this assisting in a dangerous situation but not to rely on 100%

[Vexed]

In my Skoda Superb, there is an option to set the city emergency brake distance to alert then engage.
My car is set one the earliest warning, so I get that once a day maybe. Yours could be set the other way around, where you will get the warning (very late) and the brakes applied almost instantly.

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