Is a CVR (cockpit voice recorder) device only in airplanes or are they also found in automobiles?

Answer 1

CVRs are required (and found) only in turbojet powered aircraft (some business jets and all airliners). They are not found in cars, partly due to the expense (they cost more than most cars). However, many modern cars have data recording in their computers which read and maintain records for approximately the last 30 seconds of various parameters, including RPM, speed, brake applications, turning inputs, G-forces (indicating braking, turning, impact, etc.). This is a continuous feed of data, with the oldest data continually replaced by new data as it occurs. It is somewhat analagous to the Flight Data Recorder found in many turbojet aircraft, although much more limited in scope.

Answer 2

Not voice recorders, but data recorders have been in many vehicles since the '90s. They are most common on luxury class vehicles. I recently saw an ad for GM touting that their cars now have this technology.
At best, these data recorders store up to 30 seconds of data such as speed, turning, braking. Their practical application is that the information can be downloaded for use as evidence in accidents.

Answer 3

It is definitely not standard equipment on any car,but can and has been installed in some police vehicles, and in some commercial vehicles to find the cause in accidents so as to reduce insurance claims and lawsuits. It is still experimental now. More likely what you will see in cars will be the Black Box, which records speed, breaking and road conditions. Those will be in most police cars, comml. trucks, and cabs in the next 5 years.

Answer 4

Per FAA all planes have black boxes of some type int them....But big brother isn't listening to your deals in the car.....YET!