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What is one way to enhance driver responsibility in preventing accidents?
Relying on equipment to perform extra tasks automatically
How does the rain sensor in automated windscreen wipers work?
By measuring the reflection of infra-red beams in the windscreen
What is the primary function of automated headlights?
To automatically adjust brightness based on ambient light
What is the purpose of the Euro NCAP rating system?
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What happens when the windscreen is dry, according to the automated windscreen wiper system?
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What is the primary benefit of using automated safety features in vehicles?
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What is the purpose of the third lens in the light sensor?
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What is the advantage of LED headlights over halogen lights?
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What is the purpose of the additional cornering lights?
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How do the additional cornering lights work?
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At what speed are the additional cornering lights inhibited?
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What is the purpose of the SBR (SEAT-BELT REMINDER) AUDIBLE ALARM?
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At what speed does the SBR (SEAT-BELT REMINDER) AUDIBLE ALARM sound?
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What is the importance of seat belts?
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What is the equivalent force of an impact at 50 km/h for a 75 kg adult?
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What award did the Modus' additional cornering lights receive?
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What is the primary function of seat belts in a vehicle?
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At what speed does the SBR audible alarm system trigger?
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What is the purpose of the tyre pressure monitoring system?
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What is the consequence of incorrect tyre inflation?
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What is the role of the electronic module in the tyre pressure monitoring system?
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How does the running flat feature work in the PAX system?
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What is the purpose of the pre-crash system?
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What technology is used in the pre-crash system to detect potential collisions?
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What is the benefit of the pre-crash system in the event of a collision?
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What is the purpose of the automatic headlights and wiper activation system?
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What is the primary function of radar in the pre-crash system?
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What is the purpose of the cabin sensors in the pre-crash system?
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What is the primary benefit of the pre-crash system's analysis and estimation phase?
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What is the purpose of the Euro NCAP safety rating system?
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What is the speed at which the front impact test is conducted in the Euro NCAP protocol?
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How many points are awarded for the pole test in the Euro NCAP protocol?
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What is the maximum score that can be achieved in the Euro NCAP protocol?
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What is the purpose of the dummies in the Euro NCAP crash tests?
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How are the results of the Euro NCAP crash tests synthesized?
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What is the primary benefit of the pre-crash system's optimized braking phase?
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What does the ABS system prevent during emergency braking?
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What happens when the ABS system detects wheel blocking during braking?
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What is the primary benefit of the ABS system?
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What is the result of the ABS system reducing pressure in the braking system?
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What is the primary function of the ABS system?
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What does the ABS system enable drivers to maintain during braking?
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What is the primary function of ABS in a vehicle?
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How does the ASR system detect wheel spin?
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What triggers the EBA system to demand maximum hydraulic resources?
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What is the role of the ABS computer in the vehicle's architecture?
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What is the purpose of the ASR system during start-up on low-grip surfaces?
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How does the ABS system prevent wheel blockage during sharp braking?
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What is the primary function of Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) in vehicles?
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How does Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) detect an emergency?
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What is the purpose of Understeer Control in ESP (Electronic Stability Program)?
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How does ESP (Electronic Stability Program) work?
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What is the primary function of ESP (Electronic Stability Program)?
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What happens when the driver significantly reduces pedal pressure in an emergency braking situation?
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What is the result of the Emergency Brake Assist system's continuous pressure maintenance?
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What is the benefit of the Emergency Brake Assist system?
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