This could be a major step in offering solutions to the heartbreaking problem of hot car infant fatalities. Last year alone, there were 42 deaths of children who were left in hot vehicles. Such a sensor could prevent these tragedies.
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Mother of child who died in a hot car advocates for child safety
Normally on a Saturday morning, Dawn’s youngest child Maya would go to work with her while her husband stayed at home with their other children. But on this occasion following the outing, Maya went home in the car with Wes so she could spend time with her visiting grandparents. It was that change in routine that changed Wes and Dawn’s life forever.
A first-time CES entrepreneur, age 82
On the first official morning of CES, Carol Staninger stopped and started her motorized wheelchair through the cavernous Sands Expo and Convention Center, trying -- sometimes failing -- not to clip the herd of eager attendees who overlooked the octogenarian at chest height.
CES 2018: New sensor technology could prevent 'hot car' infant deaths
Is Idling Your Car to Warm It Up Actually Illegal?
As the bitter cold of winter hits several states, think twice before you warm up your car. Not only can it be bad for the vehicle, but a majority of states have what are known as anti-idling laws. These laws are meant to blunt the negative effects cars have on the environment and protect against vehicle theft. They apply to numerous situations, like groups of people refusing to exit a car in an area marked for unloading. They also mean someone can get fined for warming up their car in the cold for, generally, over half an hour.
KidsAndCars.org announces alliance with Animal Care Organizations - Pet Night on Capitol Hill
KidsAndCars.org is joining forces with a coalition of animal care organizations. This new collaboration will help prevent hot car tragedies involving children, animals, and other vulnerable members of our society.
