Vehicle technology is rapidly developing with new audio/visual, navigation, and comfort features that are now standard across vehicle models. This presents both potential safety benefits but also new dangers for emergency responders if rescue techniques do not adapt to new technologies. The document outlines new active and passive safety systems in vehicles as well as alternative fuel and propulsion systems like electric and hybrid vehicles. It emphasizes the need for responders to gain awareness of these new technologies and features to safely perform rescue operations and avoid potential injuries from unintended airbag deployment or electrical shocks.