Cars with automatic emergency braking are taking the functionality found in forward collision warning systems to its logical conclusion: Not only can these combined systems detect a potential crash situation ahead of the driver’s vehicle, they also can—as the name suggests—automatically slow down or stop that vehicle if the pilot doesn’t do so quickly enough. This kind of technology isn’t meant to replace careful driving, but it does act as a worthwhile backup plan and it is increasingly affordable. Thus, today’s top 10 list is limited to mainstream, affordable vehicles alone, without mention of any of the many premium choices that offer an automatic emergency braking system.