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Briefing: Ford Patented A Smart Car Door That 'Brakes' Before It Hits Anything

Strategic angle: Innovative technology aims to enhance safety by preventing door collisions.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-09 · 1 MIN READ

Summary

  • Features an accelerometer to monitor door opening speed.
  • Includes a sensor to detect obstacles in the door's path.
  • Designed to improve user safety and convenience.

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Patent Date 2026-03-09
Source Jalopnik

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