IntelliDrive program blends technology, safety Nov 12, 2009
This composite image simulates the type of visual alert that a driver might receive froma road warning system being tested by the National Center for Atmospheric Research, part of the federal government'sIntelliDrive research to improve car safety using technology. . (MSNBC -- Technology)
The future of car safety is here Nov 5, 2009
New, groundbreaking features can alert you to danger before you even know it's there. But added safety comes at added cost. (CNN -- Money / Personal Finance)
Toyotas' floor mats at fault in report Nov 3, 2009
Car safety experts said there have been numerous issues raised about electrical or mechanical problems, and they are eager to see whether complaints of sudden-acceleration continue once the floor mat issue has been resolved. Richard dePagter, a retired petroleum engineer from Carlsbad, reported a sudden acceleration problem with his 2008 Lexus ES350. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Even closer to zero Oct 23, 2009
Volvo Cars head of safety strategy Jan Ivarsson in a statement said: "Zero is the one and only alternative for us. As the leader in car safety we can't accept that people are killed or injured just because they want to transport themselves from A to B.". It the attitude that traffic accidents are an inevitable part of our daily lives that Volvo wants to challenge with its vision. (iAfrica.com)
Drivers Should Consider Floor Mat Safety Oct 1, 2009
When you think about car safety, you think brakes, air bags and seat belts. Now, you should check floor mats, too. (ABC News -- Wire)
Volvo Ready To Bring Cars To A Full Stop Without Any Help From The Driver Sep 30, 2009
"Zero is the one and only alternative for us. As the leader in car safety we can't accept that people are killed or injured just because they want to transport themselves from A to B," says Jan Ivarsson, head of safety strategy at Volvo Cars. Your Comments. (W-USA News, DC)
Girl Scout sees project spreadfar beyond community Sep 23, 2009
Girl Scout sees project spread far beyond community092309oconee1Correspondent For 40 years, the "Bee A Buckler" program has reminded people of all ages of the importance of car safety ... For 40 years, the "Bee A Buckler" program has reminded people of all ages of the importance of car safety. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ground broken for SC lab to study storm damage Sep 16, 2009
Construction is getting started on a new South Carolina facility insurers hope will do for home building what a similar testing facility in Virginia has done for car safety. The Institute for Business and Home Safety is breaking ground Wednesday on its new research center in Chester County. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Tracking Swine Flu Sep 16, 2009
com Information will be available on the H1N1 flu, a car safety check for seniors and a six-week class on chronic disease self-management. Martens is one of the teachers of the. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Is your child car safety seat really safe? Sep 15, 2009
Is your child car safety seat really safe. The state Safe Kids van was on site Saturday for the child car safety seat check at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church ... Published: Monday, September 14, 2009 8:32 AM CDT The next time you find a bargain on a used child car safety seat at a garage sale or plan on re-using the seat your first child used for your second or third, you may want to think again. (Charles City Press, IO)
Editorial: Personal safety necessary in a very public UConn Sep 14, 2009
In terms of car safety, keep doors locked and windows up at all times when parked. Leaving your iPod on the passenger seat is like an invitation for someone to smash in your window, so either take valuables with you or place them under your seat or in the glove compartment. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Free Used Car Safety and Reliabilit... Aug 22, 2009
Free Used Car Safety and Reliability Ratings. Free Used Car Safety and Reliability Ratings ... The copyright of the article Free Used Car Safety and Reliability Ratings in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
American Humane Association Issues Update of Guidelines Used to Protect Animals in Film and Television Productions Aug 21, 2009
The 2009 update contains new information on topics such as Reality Programming, Camera Car Safety and Rodeo Simulation, as well as additions and revisions to existing chapters. "The technology in movie making is ever evolving so we've reacted in kind to make sure that animals continue to be protected no matter what productions use in filming," said Karen Rosa, American Humane's vice president in charge of the organization's Film and TV Unit. (PR Newswire)
Tucson man arrested in alleged $1.5M fraud Aug 21, 2009
A police statement released Thursday says Theodore Leombroni scammed six women from Tucson and the Phoenix area by telling them he had a patent pending on a car safety device and needed investors. One woman lost more than $1 million and police believe there may be more victims. (FOX 11, AZ)
Lawmen updated on new seatbelt, DWI laws Aug 15, 2009
The new measure strengthens the previous law that required only front-seat passengers and children to be restrained by seatbelts or car safety seats. In 2008, Louisiana drivers had a seatbelt usage rate of 75 percent, Monica said. (L Observateur, LA)
Brain damage can happen in an instant Aug 12, 2009
Maternity staff show videos on baby care and car safety, and the SBS video, to new mothers before they go home, said Dina Sanchez, a hospital spokeswoman. After her presentation, Warren answered questions. (Nogales International, AZ)
Gym Gunman, College Killers Used Same Shop Aug 8, 2009
If you're going to start blaming the vendors, rather than the perpetrators, then we can exercise that faulty and futile logic for a multitude of society's ills, inlcluding alcohol, tobacco, car safety, fatty food, knives, and on and on and on. In other words, the entire premise for this story is idiotic. (CBS News -- US)
Study: Texts while driving even more dangerous Jul 28, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Do-It-Yourself Gift Baskets For All... Jul 24, 2009
car fresheners and a car safety kit. scented sachets for the clothes closet or dresser drawers. (Suite101.com)
Seat Belt System Aims To Make Child Seats Safer In The Event Of Frontal Impacts Jul 22, 2009
Therefore, research into new systems and mechanisms for increasing child car safety must take into account this anchoring standard ... 8, 2006) Young infants should not be left unattended to sleep in standard car safety seats, warn researchers in this week's British Medical Journal ... Infant car safety seats are vital to protect young infants. (Science Daily)
East Windsor joining in National Night Out Jul 20, 2009
This year's East Windsor Township event will include demonstra tions by a canine trained in detect ing illegal drugs and a Driving While Intoxicated Simulator, as well as child car safety seat inspections. Many community groups and area businesses will host booths with information and giveaways supporting the Nation Night Out theme. (NJ.com -- Times)
'I am determined to see this happen' Jul 19, 2009
Sioux City Journal : 'I am determined to see this happen. I am determined to see this happen. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
New child safety seat law begins Sept. 1 Jul 12, 2009
They should remain rear-facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their car safety seats manufacturer. At a minimum, children should ride rear-facing until they have reached at least 1 year of age and weigh at least 20 pounds. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Letter: Car safety feature has a major shortcoming Jul 1, 2009
The Montana Standard. The Montana Standard. (Montana Standard, MT)
DC mayor concedes subway system needs improvement Jun 26, 2009
Fenty said in a nationally broadcast interview Thursday that while federal safety investigators are still searching for the cause of the crash that killed nine and injured scores of others, there's no question that the issue of rail car safety is a valid one. Fenty told MSNBC in an interview that it's clear "we have to make some changes.". (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Dog Car Safety Jun 17, 2009
Tips to Keep Your Pooch Safe on the Open Road. Heading out on the open road this summer. (Suite101.com)
Community happenings Jun 17, 2009
There also will be car safety seat inspections, free pop and ice cream. Class. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Needham Business Notes (June 18) Jun 16, 2009
Throughout the day, Isis Maternity vendors will also be on hand to offer product tips, demonstrations, and free workshops on baby-proofing, car safety and more. Attendees will also enjoy special savings on Isis Maternity products and classes. (Needham Tab, MA)
Questions/Answers Jun 1, 2009
Presto's "JFR Team Still Researching Funny Car Safety" was a winner in technical writing, and her photo of Jeff Gordon entitled "U-m-m-m, That Pepsi Tastes Good" finished third. Advertisement. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Red Cross, weather service differ on tornado car safety May 28, 2009
Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. Thursday, May 28, 2009 7:05 AM CDT. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Event Teaches Kids About Car Safety May 24, 2009
Parents Admit Learning Something During Demonstrations. POSTED: 2:55 pm CDT May 23, 2009UPDATED: 8:07 pm CDT May 23, 2009. (7 KETV Omaha)
QUESTIONS? Ask them now for Healey's chat, 2 p.m. ET May 23, 2009
Maybe a "rallye' model, or something. It would get mpg as good as or better than the 166-hp engine in the CRV now, because the 190-hp unit is much more sophisticated (hence, expensive, explaining why Honda doesn't bother putting it in the CRV.) You can find the Test Drive review of the vehicle by going to cars.usatoday.com and using the drop-down windows that should be there to find previous Test Drive columns. San Diego, CA: Do you plan to test drive Honda Insight soon? I read a review written... (USA Today -- Money)
Youth reminded of danger of mixing alcohol and driving May 19, 2009
The April 29 "Ghost Out" program was sponsored by the school's Youth of Virginia Speak Out About Traffic Safety (YOVASO) organization in an effort to promote car safety. The event came in time for the school's prom, which was last Saturday. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Safely transporting a preterm or low birth weight infant Apr 28, 2009
The new AAP clinical report, "Safe Transportation of Preterm and Low Birth Weight Infants at Hospital Discharge," co-authored by Marilyn J. Bull, M.D., and William A. Engle, M.D., of Indiana University School of Medicine and Riley Hospital for Children, provides guidelines for secure transport and also advises parents that car safety seats should only be used for travel. Developed jointly by the AAP Committee on Injury, Violence and Poison Prevention and the AAP Committee on Fetus and Newborn,... (EurekAlert!)
Health expo coming up at Holliston High Apr 28, 2009
Topics will include bike and car safety, alcohol awareness, CPR and First Aid, rock climbing, blood pressure, patient education, Chinese medicine, Reiki, fitness demonstrations and participation, athletic contests, music and movement for infants and toddlers, SADD, food tasting, raffles and more. For every non-perishable food item brought to the expo, donors a free raffle ticket to win a Bose SoundDock digital music system. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Wall Stadium racing resumes Apr 19, 2009
"During the last few weeks, the thunderous revs of race car engines could be heard from 00004000 the track. It stepped up this week with car safety inspections and practices.Drivers zoomed around the track late Saturday morning, warming up their engines and making last-minute adjustments to their cars.They were sounds that might only live only in memories if it was not for Jim Morton of Point Pleasant.The Turkey Derby, a late November race, was the only race to run last year. Morton, who ran the... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
UTMB opening new Katy clinic Apr 18, 2009
These health lessons include dental care, personal hygiene, nutrition, exercise, and home and car safety, among others, and are presented in the child-friendly CHEER. room by bilingual students who are pursuing certification in early childhood education programs. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Winter returns Apr 8, 2009
All were wearing seat belts or were in car safety seats, police said. Two more people were hurt in crashes in eastern Erie County, emergency dispatchers said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
What can go wrong, and how to prevent it Apr 6, 2009
Car safety is another area of concern and parents need to ensure that their vehicles are equipped with age-appropriate child restraints. Ms Erskine adds adults should never leave children alone in a vehicle as the temperaturecan rise quickly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
News from the YMCA: April 3 online edition Apr 4, 2009
This year s participants include: the sponsor, Salem Five Bank; Dr. Bryan Ruocco of Seaport Chiropractor, Lolli Leesson from Juice Plus+, Dr. Tim Curtin from Marblehead Smile Design and family dental, Shaughnessy-Kaplan Rehabilitation Center, The Boston Ballet, Dr. Dave Kilroy, chiropractor, Claudia Johnson from Reliv, Nahant Natural Healing, The Marblehead Counseling Center, Marblehead Police Dept. Car Safety, and the Marblehead Public Schools Wellness Committee. A complete list of activities... (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Car safety seat checks planned Apr 3, 2009
LOADING Apr 03, 2009 - 04:05:18 CDT The Bismarck-Mandan Safety Council and Region VII Safe and Drug Free Communities Program are sponsoring three car safety seat roundups to collect old and unsafe car seats. The roundups, which are held in conjunction with monthly car seat checkups, will be as follows. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Tire company giving prize money to students to make video Mar 16, 2009
In its ongoing series for car safety education, Bridgestone Americas is launching its third annual video contest for teens and young adults. More News. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Car Safety: Dealing with Blind Spots Feb 9, 2009
Publication Date: Saturday, February 07, 2009. Published: Wednesday, January 21, 2009 12:00 AM CST (ARA) - With SUVs, trucks and large cars growing in size, backing up can pose a serious problem for drivers. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
