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The says there is no relationship between a stronger roof ``and the risk of serious head/neck/face injury for belted occupants,'' according to testimony by , vice president of vehicle safety for the trade group, at the Senate Automotive Safety subcommittee hearing. Automakers associate rollover fatalities with such elements as speed, the use of alcohol, the age of the driver and whether a seatbelt is buckled. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
General Motors Sets New Standard for Quality in Automotive Industry Jun 10, 2008
TORONTO, June 10 /CNW/ -- Dyadem today announced that General Motors has selected Dyadem's Stature platform to manage quality across its engineering and manufacturing divisions globally. Dyadem understands that quality needs to be managed at an enterprise level. (Canada Newswire)
Redneck Go-Ped Jun 8, 2008
However, because motorized scooters, go-peds, and pocket bikes are not manufactured to meet the required federal Motor Vehicle Safety Act, they cannot be registered for operation on public roadways, even if the operator has a valid drivers license. Florida law does specifiy that when the motor is engaged, the motorized bicycle must be ridden on the street and not the sidewalk. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Registration for statewide primaries June 16 Jun 8, 2008
Georgia Department of Motor Vehicle Safety offices: State law allows voter registration when renewing a drivers license. State colleges and universities: Applications are available in registrar's offices and in most offices of the vice president of academic affairs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Foulger-Pratt Contracting to build Silver Spring Transit Center Jun 7, 2008
The plan also includes hiking and biking trail enhancements, and provisions to increase pedestrian and vehicle safety near the center. Designed by , the new Silver Spring Transit Center will be constructed adjacent to the existing Silver Spring Metro station, the hub of Silver Spring's revitalization activity. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
GM DETAILS: Read GM's press release on the changes. Jun 4, 2008
" About GM: General Motors Corp. [] , the world's largest automaker, has been the annual global industry sales leader for 77 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 266,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 35 countries. In 2007, nearly 9.37 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling.... (USA Today -- Money)
Look Before You Leap: New Study Examines Self-control Jun 3, 2008
5, 2005) How do you think emotions affect your choices during challenging decisions, such as compromising on vehicle safety to get better gas mileage on a car. In their June 2005 article in the Journal of. (Science Daily)
DPS launches commercial vehicle safety effort Jun 3, 2008
The Roadcheck program, which stretches from Mexico to Canada, is designed to reduce commercial vehicle highway fatalities through increased vehicle safety. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), which sponsors Roadcheck, reports a significant decrease in the commercial vehicle crash rate in North America since the program's start in 1988. (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Absentee Voting Set To Begin May 31, 2008
Registration is offered when you renew or apply for your driver s license at Department of Motor Vehicle Safety drivers license posts. College students can obtain Georgia voter registration forms, or the necessary forms to register in any state in the U.S., from their school registrar s office or from the office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
SA's deadly Christmas tradition May 28, 2008
" Mr Tosletsane recognises that there are not enough traffic officers on the roads, and says the government is trying to tackle corruption among police and vehicle safety inspectors. "Badly maintained taxis shouldn't be on the road. Taxis have to be tested yearly - but owners just pay for the certificates to get back on the road. (BBC News)
Notebook: Pittsburgh man appointed to boating board May 25, 2008
At noon that day, the United State Coast Guard Auxiliary and United States Power Squadron will offer free voluntary vehicle safety checks and pass out free Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio river navigation charts. And the ABC Fire Extinguisher Company will inspect and refill marine fire extinguishers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Police target drunk drivers May 24, 2008
Lewis said his department will be setting up sobriety and vehicle safety checkpoints throughout the town, possibly on Will Morgan Road, Wilson Rock Road, and Cottonwood Road. Throughout the county, Sequoyah County Sheriff's deputies will also be on patrol. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Public invited to bicycle in the Ride of Silence May 18, 2008
and the Mount Desert Island region are natural draws for bicyclists, and the MDI event is intended to raise awareness about bicycle and vehicle safety, as well as remember fallen friends and family. All participants must wear their bicycle helmets, and it is recommended that they wear bright clothing. (Courier Publications, ME)
Changes in federal rules affecting lawsuits May 14, 2008
Dec. 14, 2004: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Head Restraints ... May 4, 2007: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Head Restraints Final Rule ... Dec. 27, 2002: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards_ Platform Lift Systems for Accessible Motor Vehicles Final Rule. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
GM River Days Returns to the Detroit International Riverfront with Fantastic Entertainment on Land and Water - June 20-23, 2008 May 14, 2008
GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
MRS. NEW YORK STATE 2008 TELLS IROQUOIS TEENS OF HER OWN CRASHES May 10, 2008
She decided, instead, to use her experiences as a way of teaching others the importance of vehicle safety. She and her father filmed a public service announcement about their crash and the importance of wearing a seatbelt, and in 2007 she began an official partnership with the New York State Police to promote automobile safety. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
How residents can remain safe, secure in warming weather May 2, 2008
Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. The following stories have received the most reader comments during the last 7 days. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Fuel standard to be 31.6 mpg by 2015 Apr 23, 2008
Peters said the federal plan would reduce fuel consumption in a way that is consistent nationwide and also doesnt compromise vehicle safety. . (MSNBC -- Race)
Audi Works with ESI Group and HP to Advance Auto Safety Standards with Auto Industry's Fastest Supercomputer Apr 21, 2008
Audi partnered with ESI Group, a pioneer and world supplier of digital simulation software, to establish and drive its global vehicle safety projects around the world. Audi recognized the unparalleled computing efficiency and ease-of-use of the PAM CRASH 2G software and, as a result, the implementation improved the reliability of its crash safety and impact simulations. (BusinessWire)
Patrick signs booster seat law Apr 12, 2008 Ford's 'Drive One' Message Grows from Bottom up; Dealers, Employees Tell Company's Best Stories Apr 11, 2008 Mavericks' Owner Opposes Moving Sonics Apr 10, 2008 Safer cars can hamper rescues Apr 9, 2008 Valeo's Biggest Shareholder, Pardus, Plans to Break Up Company, People Say Apr 4, 2008 Company tests new retractable-stud snow tires Mar 31, 2008 '21' Cashes In $24M Jackpot In Theaters Mar 31, 2008 McKellen Wants To Play Gandalf In 'Hobbit' Mar 29, 2008 Introducing Radar Safety Technologies, LLC (RST) new FrontAlert(TM) Collision Alert System (CAS) Mar 27, 2008 Letters to the editor (3/26/08) Mar 27, 2008 Media Advisory - Automobile Protection Association (APA) Mar 26, 2008 14 Southeastern States Conduct Driver Enforcement Blitz Mar 22, 2008 You have the right to remain silent; your car may not Mar 20, 2008 Border Motorseats Gets a Great Start on 2008, Introduces New Reclining Seat Mar 20, 2008 The motoring Mohans Mar 19, 2008 Safety seats, belts Mar 15, 2008 Auto Dealers Issue Statement in Support of EPA Ruling That Denies Calif. Waiver Mar 1, 2008 Transportation fee implementation delayed Feb 27, 2008 Tire Care and the Environment Feb 26, 2008 West Nodaway winner in Battle of the Belt Challenge Feb 22, 2008 Murray crisis, but no funding talks Feb 21, 2008 The most kid-friendly luxury automobiles Feb 13, 2008 Tough road in jobs world fuels DOT chief's get-it-done attitude Feb 6, 2008 Town may close portion of Bridge Street Feb 5, 2008 Meritor WABCO Introduces OnGuard(TM), the First Collision Safety System with Active Braking for North American Commercial Vehicles Feb 2, 2008 Finally, an Evolution for Canada Feb 1, 2008 Get on the bus ... Remembering Troy Medina ... County halts new vacation rentals ... KIUC checking for hazardous electric lines ... Watanabe hands out two consecutive five-year sentences in meth case ... Island History ... Arrest Log ... March means Man and Beast for Kauai Museum ... Corrections ... State releases $705K for Kuhio Highway ... Hanapepe Library schedules Saturday hours ... Kapaa High School students serve as mentors ... EPA fines Oahu contractor ... Lingle releases $120k for Lihue Airport ... Fifth annual East Kauai Family Summit this Saturday ... 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Photo by Dennis Fujimoto/The Garden Island KAUAI NEWS Get on the busNew program ready to rollMore of this story Feb 1, 2008 Men May Be More Susceptible To Head Injury Than Women, Study Suggests Jan 23, 2008 Traffic deaths drop in 2007 ... Coroner attends special training ... Rep. Hare applauds vet funding ... 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Jan 21, 2008 Crash test results depend on who conducts test Jan 7, 2008 Segway test: ride a mock horse Jan 7, 2008 A terrible toll Jan 6, 2008 Troopers on motorcycles expand into education, public relations Jan 3, 2008 Police arrest owner of car in MdTA officer hit-and-run death Jan 2, 2008 Sturdy helmets a must for bikers Jan 1, 2008 * Solar car could hit market soon Dec 30, 2007 Voice: Holtville official responds to firing Dec 30, 2007 More of this story Dec 30, 2007 OHP targets drunk drivers Dec 29, 2007 Your Opinion Dec 28, 2007 Crash dummies will get kids' 'abdomens' Dec 27, 2007 Europe's Most Dangerous Drivers Dec 24, 2007 Landmark law jolt for efficiency Dec 22, 2007 Demand for Digital Skyrockets, Says U.S. Census Bureau Dec 20, 2007 Car safety checks: Is two years too long? Is it a safe idea for Virginia to have vehicle inspections once every two years? Dec 19, 2007 The Third China-U.S. Strategic Economic Dialogue (SED) which concluded at noon Thursday was a "complete success", said Chinese Vice Premier Wu Yi.• Backgrounder: Results of 3rd China-U.S. SED Dec 13, 2007 School-bus crash revives seatbelt issue Dec 10, 2007 Fitch, Kolnaski, NE Academy on schedule Dec 9, 2007 INDIA'S KILLER BUSES Dec 9, 2007 Law tweaked on phones, speeders, bikers Dec 4, 2007 One Bad Apple: Consumers Prefer Perfect Produce Dec 4, 2007 Post a comment Dec 3, 2007 * GM, China partner announce JV Dec 1, 2007 16 fatalities on area roads ... Scott, Pritchett candidates for superintendent ... Christmas in the Village plans underway ... 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Children will have to ride in either car seats or booster seats until they turn 8 years old under a new law signed yesterday by Governor Deval Patrick that brings the Bay State into line with federal motor vehicle safety standards. "This is a common-sense piece of legislation that will go a long way in ensuring more children will be protected on the road," said Cyndi Roy, a Patrick spokeswoman. (Boston Globe)
Safe Kids offers auto safety class for Cubs Apr 11, 2008
SIOUX CITY -- Safe Kids Woodbury County in partnership with the Mid-America Council of the Boy Scouts of America and Knoepfler Chevrolet will unveil a new hands-on program to help educate 6- to 10-year-olds about vehicle safety. "Most families know that car seats are vitally important," said Amy Scarmon, co-coordinator of Safe Kids Woodbury County. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Their collective effort is called "Drive one," which chronicles in digital, TV and print media how Ford employees have closed the gap with Asian competitors on quality, advanced vehicle safety, made vehicles more fuel efficient and led the industry in developing in-car connectivity. It also invites people to drive a Ford and see for themselves how the company's vehicles stack up versus the competition. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
POSTED: 12:21 pm PDT April 9, 2008UPDATED: 2:45 pm PDT April 9, 2008. OKLAHOMA CITY -- If Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban had his way, the Seattle SuperSonics would stay put instead of moving to Oklahoma City. (KIRO TV, WA)
But those same advances in vehicle safety can make rescuing people from the wreckage more difficult and dangerous for firefighters and other emergency personnel. "Unfortunately, the safer the cars are becoming for the occupants, the more dangerous it's becoming for the firefighters," Ebbetts Fire Protection District Battalion Chief Steve Kovacs said. (The Union Democrat)
The CEO has pledged to lift profitability by shifting production to low-wage economies, selling some underperforming businesses and acquiring new ones in the areas of vehicle safety, comfort and environmental performance. Pardus is under pressure to improve performance after saying March 31 it had halted withdrawals because its funds were ``disproportionately affected'' by market volatility. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
The company said the tires meet federal motor vehicle safety standards. In their presentation to Maine's Transportation Committee, promoters made no secret that the tires would cost 30 percent more than a comparable winter tire, either with or without studs. (Concord Monitor)
Vehicle safety is a top priority for car companies around the world. Learn all you need to know about how they test their cars and ensure your safety before you even drive off the lot. (Click2Houston, TX)
New Line ImageIan McKellen as Gandalf in "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring". McKellen Wants To Play Gandalf In 'Hobbit. (WNBC.com, NY)
Charlie Rashid, President and Chief Technical Officer said, "When it comes to smart FrontAlert(TM) (CAS) is always looking out for your safety even when you are distracted. This intelligent vehicle safety system uses precise, proprietary GERS(TM) Safe Braking Algorithm technology to detect hazards in your vehicle's path and alerts you of a potential collision by discriminating between threat and non-threat driving situations. But you are still always in control." RST's FrontAlert(TM) (CAS) is... (PR Newswire)
Vehicle safety and driver education regulations are already in place and enforced by the transportation inspector. The current system is just a roadblock to the city's growing needs. (Anchorage Daily News)
Hyundai has made an extraordinary commitment to vehicle safety, with Electronic Stability Control standard on its budget-priced Elantra and all its more expensive vehicles. APA President George Iny says ESC is the most important safety feature not required by law that you should be looking for in a new vehicle. (Canada Newswire)
To curb the number of deadly crashes on our most dangerous highways, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), 14 Southeastern states, and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) conducted a 24-hour enforcement blitz on February 28, 2008 ... Our mission is to promote commercial motor vehicle safety and security by providing leadership to enforcement, industry and policy makers ... SOURCE Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance. (PR Newswire)
Sixty-four percent of motor vehicles on the road in the United States are equipped with the recorders, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which is responsible for vehicle safety and motor vehicle laws. But auto manufacturers don't advertise the devices, and many drivers aren't aware of them, dealers say. (News & Observer)
All products are arranged to pass FIA standards and are certified by vehicle safety testing at the Taiwan Automotive Research & Testing Center. As an amateur player in a racing team, Border Motorseats General Manager Mr. Chi better understands customers' needs during product development. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Racing, with strict personal and vehicle safety rules, involves competition around a dirt track or maneuvering in a cloverleaf pattern around barrels, drag racing, getting through an obstacle course and others. Terri gave up going to her senior class prom to accompany Kevin to one of his races. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Children ages eight through 13 must be protected by a vehicle safety belt. Hefley is also reaching out to the parents of elementary students with sign-ups for the free booster seats, which includes an agreement to use the booster seat at all times for the childs safety. (Wellington Daily News, KS)
Unlike the standards for which California sought EPA approval, the new national CAFE law should achieve real greenhouse gas reductions while maintaining consumer choice and enhancing vehicle safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's implementation of the new CAFE law will result in a uniform national fuel economy standard that recognizes both the importance of consumer choice and a full and proper consideration of the need to optimize occupant safety. (PR Newswire)
A 10 vehicle safety inspection fee. A 5 percent sales and use tax on automotive repairs. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Its true, good tire maintenance will save money and reduce production of greenhouse gasses through reduced fuel use and improve overall vehicle safety. Underinflated and misaligned tires reduce fuel mileage. (Suite101.com)
In the game, there were questions about making right choices, alcohol, drugs and motor vehicle safety. The FCCLA members put together a public service announcement that was played for the student body to hear several times during Red Ribbon Week. (Maryville Daily Forum, MO)
Instead the council considered an agreement on urban water planning and looked at measures to improve vehicle safety standards and simplifying licence and registration arrangements for people moving interstate. The head of the council, Victorian Premier John Brumby, says the Federal Government needs to be involved if the Murray is to be discussed. (ABC Online)
"But [they] still want the vehicle to accommodate children in the rear.It makes sense. For generations, luxury makes have been owned primarily by affluent car buyers. But in the mid-1990s, buyers of other socioeconomic classes began investing in entry-level Infiniti, Lexus, BMW and Mercedes lines. Between 1997 and 2006, luxury brand sales in the U.S. grew 82 percent, according to Experian Group Ltd., a market research firm.More from Forbes.comClick links below for slide shows For some,... (MSNBC -- Business)
Job responsibilities: Supervises 11 agencies within the Department of Transportation that oversee interstate highways and bridges; vehicle safety; aircraft and airline safety; airport safety; and the safety of ports, trains, urban mass transit and pipelines. Age: 59. (USA Today -- Money)
The city's Planning and Zoning Department staff proposed the closure to improve pedestrian and motor vehicle safety at that key intersection. They also believe it will improve the property's appearance. (Huntington Herald, CT)
Feb. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems today introduced OnGuard(TM), a new technology designed to further improve commercial vehicle safety ... New to the North American industry, active braking improves vehicle safety by automatically using the vehicle foundation brakes to alert the driver and decelerate the vehicle when a pre-set vehicle following distance is compromised ... "As part of our ongoing efforts to improve vehicle safety for highways, drivers and... (PR Newswire)
This column takes an occasional look at new vehicle safety technology -- how it works and interacts with users. . (Driving.ca)
This is the groundwork for the course which covers the basic operation of a 16-passenger bus, passenger safety, driver safety, vehicle safety inspection, hazardous materials, transporting passengers and cargo and Federal and State CDL rules. What you think you know, you don t know, yet, Nabeshima said. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
That's the conclusion of a new imaging study of 3000 people published in the Inderscience International Journal of Vehicle Safety. The detailed results could help in the design of more effective devices for protecting the head in vehicle collisions and other accidents. (Science Daily)
Elliott noted second division vehicle safety (trucks) continues to remain a priority for Troopers. During December, 165 second division vehicles were inspected resulting in 30 vehicles being placed out of service. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
Brad Hutto, D-Orangeburg, says his main priority is passing an all-terrain vehicle safety bill that has already been vetoed by the governor twice. The bill would require safety training for children between the ages of 6 and 15 in hopes of curbing fatalities and accidents on ATVs. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
All vehicles sold in the United States must pass Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in the form of 30-mile-per-hour frontal and 33. 5-mile-per-hour side-impact crash tests, but the relative safety of all vehicles above this minimum varies greatly. (Boston Globe)
An RTA spokesman confirmed they were illegal on roads "or road related areas" because they don't comply with vehicle safety standards: "In simple terms, riders are way too exposed to mix with general traffic on a road and too fast, heavy and consequently dangerous to other users on footpaths or cycle paths.". Even though some commuters use them around Sydney, Segways are only legal on private property or approved areas such as Sydney Olympic Park. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Professor Brian Fildes, the centre's chairman of road safety, says the ground work done in the past few years in building road barriers and improving vehicle safety should soon start to show through in a falling road toll. Other future gains could depend on a willingness among drivers to slow down. (The Age)
This trend has been so pronounced that motorcycle fatalities have for all practical purposes offset the gain in lives saved resulting from higher seat belt use and improved passenger vehicle safety, the report reads. Motorcycle rider fatalities now account for 11 percent of total fatalities, and dramatically affect the nation's overall highway fatality rate. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Brooks graduated from the transportation authority's police academy in 1994 and was a member of the force's Commercial Vehicle Safety Unit, according to Kelly L. Melhem, a spokeswoman for the authority. Governor Martin O'Malley's office released a statement today saying that Brooks' death last night "as thousands gathered to celebrate the New Year is a somber reminder of the courageous work done by law enforcement officers throughout our state -- at the state and local level -- to keep the... (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
The new law requires helmets that meet a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration motor vehicle safety standard called FMVSS 218. Helmets that qualify are marked on the outside with a "DOT" (Department of Transportation) decal. (News & Observer)
On vehicle safety, Ay said: "Parts of the car will be made with Nomex honeycomb, a material widely used in aircraft and aerospace components for its high strength, excellent impact and fire resistance as well as its light weight.". Though solar-powered city roamers have already debuted on some European markets, the made-in-Taiwan version is half the weight and costs half the price, Ay said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
patgalliher wrote on Dec 30, 2007 12:23 AM:" I am bemused by all of these expert definitions of what legal LSVs are. If you are as sick of this as I am, read the NHTSA final rules on LSVs. This is the FEDERAL LAW and is also the definition CALIFORNIA uses for its LSV LAW. The NHTSA's final rule; 49 CFR Part 571 [Docket No. NHTSA 98-3949] RIN 2127-AG58 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Identifies LSVs as (their words) "speed-modified golf cars" and "neighborhood electric vehicles" Look it up... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
More than a dozen new laws take effect on New Year s Day, some of which aim to lower taxes, increase state rent assistance and ease requirements on motor vehicle safety inspections ... Another new law allows motor vehicle safety inspections to be done at any time of the year, replacing the requirement that inspections should be done during the month of the vehicle s registration certificate. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Troopers are utilizing aircraft, radar, vehicle safety checks, and other technology during the holiday weekend in an effort to reduce collisions and prevent the loss of life. Days off have been cancelled during the holiday weekend for traffic and special service troopers in the Troop C area, which includes Sequoyah, Adair, Cherokee, Haskell, McIntosh, Muskogee, and Wagoner Counties, along with an additional 96 hours of overtime being authorized for aggressive and intoxicated driving violations,... (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
It is still in a heavy business zone, and state lawmakers, if not local lawmakers, should mandate the real remedy of low speeds and extensive vehicle safety gaps to eliminate pedestrian injuries/deaths on all routes like this anywhere ... The real solution for pedestrian safety and convenience at such high business zone street locations should be to reduce speed limits to no greater than 15 mph, enforce vehicle safety gaps no less than 500 feet between any vehicles, and install clearly... (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
- is developing a high-tech insert for crash test dummies that is similar in size and shape to a 6-year-old's abdomen, aiming to improve tests for children's vehicle safety. The prototype is part of an effort to make pediatric crash dummies and tests more realistic. (Boston Globe)
It's supporting its members by circulating and funding road safety and accident data research, enacting motor vehicle legislation to regulate vehicle safety standards, and, most recently, discussing directives on infrastructure safety, says Fred Wegman, managing director of the Institute for Road Safety Research in the Netherlands. The European Union also held its first "road safety day" this year, on April 27, to increase awareness of its goal. (Forbes)
But once in place, the standards have driven innovation beyond the requirements of the regulations, such as in vehicle safety. In the case of the energy law, the research and development it mandates are likely to produce exponentially greater results. (Scranton Times, PA)
Other highlights include: Motor vehicle safety -- In 2004, New York state had the lowest death rate caused by motor vehicle accidents, with 8. 2 per 100,000; Mississippi had twice the national rate with 31. (PR Newswire)
Stafford Tire does about 2,000 vehicle safety inspections in a year ... Maryland requires vehicle safety inspections when a title changes hands, said Buel C. Young, Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration spokesman ... Changing the vehicle safety inspections in Virginia will not affect the schedule for emissions testing, a requirement for Northern Virginia residents including Stafford County. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
-- Four memorandums and agreements have been signed involving eight areas including food and feed, drugs and medical products, environmentally compliant exports/imports, food safety, alcohol and tobacco products, toys, fireworks, lighters, electrical products, motor vehicle safety, and pesticides tolerance and trade. In financial services. (Xinhuanet, China)
Canada usually matches U.S. vehicle safety standards, if only after running its own tests. The debate over seatbelts on buses is not new; it flares up after most serious bus accidents. (Montreal Gazette)
To enhance pedestrian and vehicle safety, the elementary schools kiss-n-go lanes are separated by medians from school bus lanes. Northeast s media center is "the center of the school, between the wing for younger students and the wing for the bigger kids," said Norris. (Westerly Sun, RI)
" New Delhi, which has 14 million inhabitants, is home to some of the deadliest traffic accidents in the world, and its fleet of 4,000 privately owned Blueline buses - nicknamed "Bloodlines" - are virtual serial killers, according to residents, politicians, and local media. Since 2003, more than 300 people have died in Blueline accidents, according to a running tally by the Hindustan Times. Just this year, 100 people have died in Blueline accidents and the often grisly collisions are common... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Next year's lawsLook forward to confusion around another package of traffic safety changes that will become law Jan. 1:* Motorcycle helmets must meet federal safety standards, specifically, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218. It has to do with padding, weight, chin straps and design. (News & Observer)
5, 2005) How do you think emotions affect your choices during challenging decisions, such as compromising on vehicle safety to get better gas mileage on a car. In their June 2005 article in the Journal of. (Science Daily)
Let s cruise down memory lane and remember what the Big-3 leaders claimed was impossible , unaffordable , unwarranted and would cause massive unemployment and financial hardship for the Big-3: - 1967 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Act: Lighting standards; seat belts, head-restraints, safety steering columns, foam dashboards, split-circuit brake system, PRNDL, fuel-system and windshield integrity standards, etc. - 1970 s Real bumpers, unleaded regular gas, catalytic converters, side-impact beams; -... (International Herald Tribune)
It will provide vehicle safety, security and telecommunications services in China similar to those available in the US and Canada, GM said on Thursday. The services will be made available first in vehicles made by Shanghai GM, a GM joint venture with SAIC, or Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp. They include automatic crash notification, roadside assistance, remote door unlocking, hands-free phone calling, vehicle diagnostics and turn-by-turn navigation, it said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Second division vehicle safety (trucks) continues to remain a priority for Troopers. During October, 148 second division vehicles were inspected resulting in 13 citations being issued for overweight violations and 36 vehicles being placed out of service. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
" But Jeff Sweeting, Vosa's head of Vehicle Safety, said the agency was making progress to improve the success rate. He said: "Ideally for any safety recall we would wish to have a 100% success rate, but we have been working very closely with the trade associations. "Those that are left out there unattended to are of concern to us, but we often know that some may be written off, some may be stolen or scrapped or exported.". (BBC News -- UK)
According to traffic court records, Kim was cited here for speeding last year and for driving without a valid vehicle safety check in January. MINI SITE MAP. (Honolulu Advertiser)
In an effort to prevent further fatalities and clarify the motorcycle helmet law, members of the Executive Committee for Highway Safety unanimously changed the law to say that the operator and all passengers thereon properly wear on their head with retention strap properly secured, safety helmets of a type that complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218. The original statute didn't say anything about the helmet being properly secured, and the helmets used to be approved by the... (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
"GM products meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards related to theft protection, which is applicable to all automakers," says Flores. "In terms of door locks, GM is consistent with industry standards. We believe that this is a law enforcement issue, not a product related issue.". (WREG.com, TN)
The ban will remain in effect until at least Dec. 31, while the DOT and the state Department of Motor Vehicles come up with long-term plans to deal with the steep roadway and vehicle safety over the mountain. The ban requires "through trucks" - vehicles that don't have a drop-off or pickup destination on the mountain - to use roads in the surrounding towns of Farmington, West Hartford, Simsbury and Bloomfield. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Through tools like the "yellow tag" program, which gives seniors an emergency contact form for their vehicles, and vehicle safety programs, as well as existing initiatives like Fairfield's RUOK. program, senior citizens gain access to law enforcement and education on prescient issues of safety, Perez said. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Mike Mount, spokesman for the California-based All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute, said ATV manufacturers are as concerned as health care and government officials that their products are used safely. Indeed, the group, a not-for-profit division of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America, was formed in 1988 to implement an expanded national program of ATV safety education and awareness, he noted. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
(Photo: ) "We could not be more pleased with our finish in this tough competition," said Dr. Burkhard Huhnke, executive director, Electronics Research Laboratory, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "Junior performed exceptionally and has helped provide Volkswagen with valuable information as we continue to work on advancing passenger safety technologies and help to bring these technologies to future drivers. "This research is an important step for Volkswagen Research towards the next generation of... (PR Newswire)
Whittaker's team, for instance, is sponsored by General Motors, which hopes to use its partnership with Carnegie Mellon to burnish its reputation for vehicle safety. "About 45,000 people a year get killed on the road," said Jim Nickolaou, a vehicle control expert with General Motors and a Carnegie Mellon alum. (San Francisco Chronicle)
However, a new in-depth on-scene study in Sweden reveals that driver fatigue, slippery roads, and inexperience could be just as important and should be factored into the design of new vehicle safety features, according to researchers writing in the International Journal of Vehicle Safety ... Jesper Sandin and Mikael Ljung of the Vehicle Safety Division, at Chalmers University of Technology, in Sweden, used the Driving Reliability and Error Analysis Method (DREAM) to dissect the cause and effect... (Science Daily)
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