VOLKSWAGEN NEWS UPDATE
All new Volkswagen models are equipped with an important safety feature that allows the brake to override the accelerator. Called "SMART-THROTTLE", this technology cancels throttle input if the brake is applied. Volkswagen introduced electronic throttle controls and smart-throttle technology on diesel cars in 1993 and on gasoline models in 1999.
From Article : 
Wheels Oct 7 2009
Smart Gas Pedals.........
"Spokespeople for General Motors, Ford, Honda, Acura, Toyota, Lexus & Hyundai said their vehicles do not have smart pedals. Nissan said one Infinity model in 2010 will have it. Toyota was stated as "Considering it".
An ABC News/Consumer Reports video shows this Volkswagen safety feature in action.........
CLICK HERE
VOLKSWAGEN NEWS UPDATE
All new Volkswagen models are equipped with an important safety feature that allows the brake to override the accelerator. Called "SMART-THROTTLE", this technology cancels throttle input if the brake is applied. Volkswagen introduced electronic throttle controls and smart-throttle technology on diesel cars in 1993 and on gasoline models in 1999.
From Article : Wheels Oct 7 2009
Smart Gas Pedals.........
"Spokespeople for General Motors, Ford, Honda, Acura, Toyota, Lexus & Hyundai said their vehicles do not have smart pedals. Nissan said one Infinity model in 2010 will have it. Toyota was stated as "Considering it".
An ABC News/Consumer Reports video shows this Volkswagen safety feature in action.........
CLICK HERE