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New Ford Tech Prevents Accidents With 'Petextrians'

When you’re not driving, are you guilty of being a distracted walker? Today, more people than ever text while walking, which can create a dangerous scenario for anyone behind the wheel.

Ford aims to prevent accidents caused in these situations using new technology called Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection, a system available on the 2017 Ford Fusion. The technology helps drivers avoid petextrians who may inadvertently cross the street at the wrong time or walk into traffic because they’re paying too much attention to their smartphone.

Petextrians have caused an epidemic of distracted walking, which some countries have…

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