The researchers modeled nearly one million driving scenarios at US intersections.
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You may have the habit of accelerating when approaching an intersection and then slamming on the brakes at red lights. This common habit can result in significant amounts of carbon dioxide emissions each year. But if modern cars were programmed to approach intersections smoothly, they could significantly reduce their annual emissions.
According to an AI-based model, if all gasoline and diesel vehicles in the United States adopted certain eco-driving practices on a consistent basis, the country could reduce its annual carbon dioxide emissions by 62 to 123 million tonnes.
Source: www.newscientist.com
