If you own a newer model vehicle, you are aware that nowadays most of them come with different automated safety systems. Whether it be the blinking warning light on the side mirrors, the sound it makes when the car is too close to something or another car or the rearview camera feature. If you do own a vehicle with some or all of these features, I think we can all agree that they have helped prevent accidents from happening. Here is a brief article stating how it has been proven that these systems help in preventing accidents.
Automated safety systems on newer vehicles are preventing more accidents from happening. http://www.tbo.com/news/business/autos/studies-automated-safety-systems-are-preventing-car-crashes/2334829