This feature will come in handy at that moment on a plane when the cabin lights go dim.

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The developments are reportedly right in line with the US government's Vehicle Infrastructure Integration (VII) Initiative, and we're sure officials are mighty proud of the E-Flare, which provides optical and acoustic warnings coupled with a force-feedback gas pedal, and E-Horn, which accepts incoming warning signals from emergency vehicles and alerts the driver via (presumably distracting) in-cabin lights and sounds.

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Some pilots have responded with an interpretation of cockpit practices that involves seeking immediate resolution of aircraft problems from worn tires to non-functioning reading lights in the cabin.

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