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Japan's Suzuki Motor has launched new mini vehicle models featuring enhanced safety systems.
Suzuki officials rolled out the new models in Tokyo on Wednesday.
The vehicles have an improved automatic braking system that uses a camera and laser sensor. These enable the system to detect pedestrians.
The cars also have a mechanism to prevent drivers from stepping on the gas pedal instead of the brake.
Suzuki officials say the latest hybrid power system improves mileage.
Company president Toshihiro Suzuki says demand is growing for mini vehicles with safety features, as many of their drivers are elderly.
Sales of mini vehicles have declined for 23 consecutive months, year on year, following a tax raise on mini vehicles in April, 2015.
Published Date:2017-02-02