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and only 10 percent say would feel safer. Additionally, 73 percent of millennial respondents would be afraid to ride in a self-driving vehicle, compared with 75 percent of those from Generation X and 85 percent of baby boomers.
Previous studies of automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, self-parking technology and lane-keeping systems have shown strong promise, but also great variation, according to Brannon. Such variations may be particularly concerning to consumers, with AAA’s survey revealing that 81 percent of Americans feel that all automated vehicle systems should work similarly and consistently, regardless
of vehicle manufacturer.
AAA is committed to ongoing unbiased examination of
automated vehicle technologies to help educate consumers on emerging technologies. Future AAA testing will look at how well systems work together to achieve higher levels of automation.
“Every year, approximately 35,000 people die on America’s roadways, most as a result of human error,” said Jill Ingrassia, managing director of AAA Government Relations and Traffic Safety. “Connected and automated vehicle technologies have the potential to dramatically reduce this number, and automakers, government agencies and safety organizations like AAA must continue working together to ensure these new vehicles are safely tested and deployed.”
For a fact sheet, infographics and other survey details, visit NewsRoom.AAA.com.
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JUNE 3, 2017 (2:00 - 5:00 p.m.)
THE 7TH ANNUAL PBS39 BREWFEST Coca-Cola Park Home of the Iron Pigs 1050 Ironpigs Way, Allentown
Now in its seventh year, PBS39 BrewFest has become the Lehigh Valley’s premier craft beer event. This year, we once again expect to feature more than 100 beers from craft brewers, local and beyond. And of course, the Seventh Annual PBS39 BrewFest will include the great live music and local vendors that you’ve come to expect on this afternoon of relaxing fun!
Proceeds from the Seventh Annual PBS39 BrewFest will support PBS39 educational services.
Tickets go are on sale now. For more information, visit brewfest.wlvt.org.
JUNE 20 – 24, 2017 (Every Day, All Day)
SCHNECKSVILLE COMMUNITY FAIR
4550 Old Packhouse Rd.
The fairgrounds are located just 7 miles north of Allentown, on Route 309.
The Schnecksville Community Fair began as a small carnival on the grounds of Community Fire Co. No. 1 in Schnecksville, PA in 1981. In 1983, the carnival officially became a “fair,” focusing on education and showcasing Lehigh County agriculture, and was named the Schnecksville Community Fair. The mission remains constant – to be a first class agricultural fair.
The fair has plenty of activities for everyone: carnival rides; competitive exhibits of animals, foods, plants, crafts, etc.; baking and cooking contests; a barnyard petting zoo; a children’s pedal tractor pull contest; concerts in the pavilion; quarter midget racing;
and a variety of other entertainment. There is an abundant assortment of “fair foods” and vendors selling their wares.
The Schnecksville Community Fair is a non-profit corporation, with all proceeds benefiting the Fire Company.
July 15 & 16 (Sat. 10am - 7pm, Sun. 10am - 6pm) BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL
Burnside Plantation
1461 Schoenersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA
Turn your tongue blue at the “sweetest festival of the summer!” Join Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites on July 15 & 16 in celebrating our favorite superfood at the Blueberry Festival! This family friendly event is full of live music, children’s games and activities, culinary contests, pie-eating contests, the pet parade, and much more!
Put your blueberry recipe to the test at the 3rd Annual Blueberry Festival Cooking Contest! Kids can now join in on the culinary fun with our latest category, Kids under 15! Prizes will be awarded.
There’s plenty of activities for kids to enjoy! This festival will have pony rides, personalized crafts, dressing in colonial garb, many different colonial games, and more!
Tickets can be purchased online or at the Visitor Center. Prices range from $10 for adults, $5 for kids, and
$25 for families.
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