The Buffalo News reported today that the Town of Amherst last Monday became the first Erie County municipality to pass a law that would prohibit drivers from composing, reading or sending a text message while behind the wheel. Violators face a $150 fine for each offense. It also reported that the Cattaraugus County Legislature passed a similar law in June. Niagara County and Erie County legislatures are expected to vote on similar proposed laws in the coming weeks.

Automatic Emergency Braking in Heavy Trucks: A Major Step Towards Safer Roads
In our last blog post, we discussed the upcoming requirement for Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems in cars and light trucks by 2029. Today, we’re excited to share news about a similar proposal for heavy vehicles, which could significantly impact road safety and potentially reduce the number of
