ATA, America's Road Team Urge Drivers to Be Safe this Thanksgiving +VIDEO
Nov 24, 2015
Elite Truck Drivers Offer Holiday Driving Tips ARLINGTON, VA -- Nov. 24, 2015: This Thanksgiving, nearly 47 million people will travel to celebrate the holiday with family and friends, presenting challenging driving conditions for both truck drivers and holiday travelers. During this time, American Trucking Association ... Continue reading
NICB Releases Annual Holiday Vehicle Theft Report
Nov 24, 2015
Holiday car thieves had their busiest day in 2014 on, ironically, Labor Day, stealing 2,200 vehicles according to new data released today by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). NICB's 2014 Annual Holiday Vehicle Theft Report analyzes data from the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), which showed a total o ... Continue reading
Don't Let Distracted Driving Get In The Way Of Your Black Friday Festivities
Nov 24, 2015
AAA Deals, Steals & Safe Driving This Busy Shopping Weekend AAA offers safe parking tips on Black Friday & Cyber Monday rewards for members On one of the busiest shopping days of the year, AAA urges drivers to take precaution, to avoid a Black Friday car crash, especially in parking lots and garages. Mall traffic can b ... Continue reading
New Data from Progressive Insurance Shows Spike in Thanksgiving Week Wrecks
Nov 23, 2015
Thanksgiving is recognized as one of the most heavily traveled holidays, with festivities both before and after the turkey is carved. As families prepare to hit the road this Thanksgiving week, new data from Progressive Insurance offers drivers a leg up on potential accident risks from the day before Thanksgiving (know ... Continue reading
Buckle Up for Life Releases New Holiday Traditions for Child Passenger Safety
Nov 23, 2015
National Injury Prevention Program from Cincinnati Childrenâs and Toyota Helps Protect Children During Busiest Travel Season of the Year NEW YORK -- November 23, 2015: Every family has their own holiday traditions â itâs one of the reasons this time of year is so special. On the cusp of the busiest trave ... Continue reading
FCA US Announces Head of Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Nov 23, 2015
FCA US LLC today appointed Michael Dahl Head of Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance, effective December 1, 2015. Dahl replaces Scott Kunselman who previously announced his decision to retire. Prior to his appointment, Dahl held the position of Director, Gasoline/Diesel Engine Programs and Global Powertrain Coordin ... Continue reading
Nov 20, 2015
Ford Motor Company has created a unique suit to dramatically teach young people about the dangers of driving under the influence of illegal drugs.Ford developed the suit together with scientists from the respected Meyer-Hentschel Institute in Germany to simulate some of the effects of drugs such as cannabis, cocaine, h ... Continue reading
Best and Worst Car Insurance Deals
Nov 19, 2015
Surprisingly, SUVs and Trucks Are Cheaper to Insure than Sedans SAN FRANCISCO -- November 19, 2015: The Ford Explorer is the best deal in car insurance and the Ford Focus is the worst, according to a new insuranceQuotes.com report which analyzed 20 of the most popular 2015 models. The study divided the average annual c ... Continue reading
ZF TRW's New Center Airbag Targets Future Side Impact Requirements
Nov 19, 2015
ZF TRW, the Active and Passive Safety Technology Division of ZF AG, has developed a new airbag that is designed to help vehicle manufacturers improve side impact protection. The center airbag is integrated into the inner side of the seat back and deploys to help protect the head, shoulder and torso areas of occupants i ... Continue reading
Be Car Care Aware Before Your Holiday Road Trip
Nov 17, 2015
The holidays are stressful enough without having to worry about your vehicle making it over the river and through the woods in time for dinner at grandma's house. The Car Care Council recommends that before hitting the road for the holidays, you take a little time to have your vehicle thoroughly inspected to make sure ... Continue reading
Rear View Safety Ranks Once Again as the Number One Best Backup Camera in the Industry in 2015
Nov 17, 2015
Rear View Safety, the industry leader in the sales and distribution of backup camera systems, as well as a strong and dedicated road safety advocate, is thrilled and honored to announce that it has once again been ranked as the top provider of backup camera systems in the industry. Rear View Safety manufactures devices ... Continue reading
46.9 Million Americans to Travel for Thanksgiving
Nov 17, 2015
AAA Travel forecasts 46.9 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Thanksgiving holiday, a 0.6 percent increase over the 46.6 million people who traveled last year and the most since 2007. With 300,000 additional holiday travelers, this marks the seventh consecutive year of growth for Thanks ... Continue reading
whiteCryption Secures Mobile Applications for Major Car Manufacturers
Nov 17, 2015
whiteCryption, a leading provider of software application security and white-box cryptography solutions, today announced that its line of Cryptanium security products has been selected to secure mobile applications for major automobile manufacturers. The leading automotive manufacturers and suppliers today are turning ... Continue reading
States and Local Governments Honored for Lifesaving Roadway Safety Programs
Nov 17, 2015
The Roadway Safety Foundation (RSF) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today honored 10 exemplary highway safety projects and programs with National Roadway Safety Awards. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death with more than 33,000 ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS November 16, 2015: Rolls-Royce, Isuzu Made GM, Ford, MB, Porsche, Kia
Nov 16, 2015
NHTSA RECALLS November 16, 2015: Rolls-Royce, Isuzu Made GM, Ford, MB, Porsche, Kia ... Continue reading
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