2012

A recent public service announcement hailing from Belgium demonstrates just how difficult it is to text while behind the wheel of a vehicle. The video finds a Belgian driving school instructor explaining to his students that they must prove that they can text while driving in order to receive their license.  The students comply, driving… read more

With mobile phones more prevalent than ever, we as a society are becoming increasingly attached to our electronic devices.  By now, we’ve likely all heard about the dangers of texting while driving.  But a new report discusses how pedestrians in the process of texting can also cause serious injuries to themselves and others. Although many… read more

The Dorel Juvenile Group is boasting about new car seat technology that has a shell which contains foam filled with hexagonal holes.  Designers say this best deflects the energy around the child passenger. The inspiration for this technology came from looking at the cockpit of an IndyCar. 30-plus designers worked on this new seat thanks… read more

In a new editorial, an author discusses how new technology in vehicles actually may not be increasing safety. According to a recent study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, new safety systems apparently have not appreciably decreased the number of accidents. In light of this surprising information, some believe that manufacturers would do better… read more

A crash test dummy known as MAX The Safety Dog is used to test pet products designed to keep a pet in place during the commute. Recently, he was proven to be immune to damage after being slammed into a wall at 30 miles per hour thanks to the device he was placed in. MAX… read more

On July 26, technicians with AAA Child Passenger Safety along with the Lodi Police department conducted a car seat safety check near Lodi Lake. They checked and fixed any problems that could be potentially dangerous, correcting even the smallest flaws with the car seats. They alos offered on-the-spot car seats for children who needed a… read more

Most of the time, when a company is alerted to a defect within one of the products they’ve marketed, said firm simply complies with recall directives as set forth by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.  The CPSC has only filed one administrative complaint against a company in the past 11 years. That track record changed… read more

Distracted drivers in certain parts of Ohio might soon see themselves fined for more than just texting while driving. The city of Bowling Green is considering implementing a law which bans driving without giving full attention to vehicle operation. The law is so broad, critics say, that it allows police to pull one over for… read more

Kawasaki has issued a recall for its Concours 14 motorcycle. The recall impacts model years 2008 through 2012 and is due to problems with the brake pedal and guard which could lead to possible brake damage or failure. Kawasaki plans to get in contact with owners and dealers will fix the problem for free. The… read more

In a new report, police officers from across America explain how they enforce texting while driving laws. The officers as well as AAA also give advice on how to deal with dangerous drivers while out on the roadways. Statistics show a considerable impairment to operating a vehicle while trying to send a text. Drivers who… read more

Ford has announced the recall of nearly half a million Escape SUVs of the 2001 through 2004 model years.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall is due to an issue with the throttle which could lead to unmanageable speeds. The Escapes being recalled were produced between October 22, 1999 and January… read more

Land O’Lakes Purina Feed announced a voluntary recall of certain of its Dumor Show Poultry and Purina Honor Show Chow  products manufactured from May 23 through July 20 of this year. The poultry feed products are said to have levels of Vitamin D lower than would be healthy for birds. Customers may receive a refund… read more