2012

A recent recall serves as a reminder that a small piece of equipment can cause a serious problem if it begins to malfunction. Bombadier Motor Corporation has announced a voluntary recall of more than 3,200 of its Can-Am Spyder RT Roadsters. The recall has been issued due to a potentially defective pin that may inadequately… read more

A new survey sheds some light on the disturbing practice of texting while behind the wheel of car. Following a poll of over 6,000 persons by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it was discovered that 90% of people believe that texting or emailing while driving is an unsafe practice.  However, that doesn’t necessarily mean… read more

Novice and future teen drivers in Sacramento will be offered a driver safety education class, sponsored by the California Highway Patrol’s Valley Division The free Start Smart/Impact Teen Drivers class will be held at the California Highway Patrol’s Valley Division office in Sacramento. According to a California Highway Patrol news release, the law enforcement agency… read more

In honor of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the California Highway Patrol is offering some tips for remaining safe while driving on the streets and highways.  First and foremost they’d like to remind motorists across the state that text messaging or talking on a handheld cellphone while driving an automobile is against the law in… read more

If you have a food allergy, then you know how important informational labels on products can be.  But when those same labels have incorrect information, the results can be hazardous to your health. That’s why Walgreen Co. today announced a recall of certain packages of 13 ounce Walgreens Chocolate-Covered Raisins.  Instead of containing the chocolate… read more