Maine Police Vow to Crackdown on Distracted Drivers This Summer
In Maine, a spokesperson for the State Police stated that distracted driving and seatbelt laws will be more vigorously enforced for a summer long campaign against dangerous driving. He said that summers in Maine are the most hazardous three months of the year for drivers, with more accidents logged during the summer than throughout the… read more
Parents Turn to Apps For Help in Stopping Teen Texting
Teen texting and driving is rapidly becoming a very serious and dangerous problem, which is why there are two companies that are trying to put a stop to it. Cellcontrol is software that you can download to your child’s phone that will prevent them from using the phone, displaying an error message on their screen…. read more
Free Car Seats and Safety Classes Available in Tucson Every Month
Insurance company Geico is offering free car seats and safety classes in Tuscon, Arizona starting Monday. Advanced registration is required, as class space is limited. This program is sponsored by a partnership between Geico and Safe Kids Tuscon. These classes will continue to be offered the second monday of every month through June of next… read more
Statute of Limitations Could Soon Run Out on DePuy Hip Implant Claims
All across the country, people have been filing lawsuits in response to the pain that they have been forced to endure because of the implantation of the faulty DePuy ASR metal-on-metal hip implant. Those who have already initiated their claim are well-placed to receive compensation, but unfortunately, there’s still many persons out there who either… read more
PURE Gifts Cellcontrol to Those Hoping to Prevent Teen Distraction
The Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange is offering new technology in an attempt to promote safety and curb distracted driving. Drivers under the age of 18 may receive complimentary Cellcontrol devices from PURE. The device allows GPS navigation and permits emergency calls while blocking out most other mobile device distractions. Parents can maintain control of these… read more
Report Discusses Ways to Avoid Hydroplaning Accidents
The owner of the Orlando, Florida-based B and W Driving School has advice for people facing wet roads. He explains the cause of hydroplaning (water building in front of the tire) and offers several tips for how to handle it, including easing off the gas, avoiding sudden turns, and not hitting the brakes. Tips are… read more
Software Glitch Leads Prevost to Recall 27 Volvo 9700 Motor Coaches
An article posted to safercar.gov concerns the recall by Prevost of the Volvo 9700 motor coach. The reason for the recall of the 27 vehicles is because of a software error that causes the coach to come to a sudden halt, posing a distinct crash hazard. This sudden stop occurs if the sensor determines that… read more
300,000 Discovery Kids Lamps Recalled for Shock and Burn Threat
300,000 Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari Lamps are being recalled by Innovage LLC, due to potential fire and/or burn hazards. Wires inside the unit can come in contact with the circuit board and short circuit or spark. Anyone with this product should cease use immediately, check the product model number, and get in touch… read more
VIP45, X3-45, and XLII Recalled By Prevost Due to Crash Hazard
Prevost Cars has announced a recall for the following vehicles: the VIP45, the X3-45 and the XLII, all of the 2012 model year. The steering gearbox bolts on the 52 recalled units appear to be too long to have been torqued correctly. Over time, the bolts might loosen and this may lead to a decrease… read more
2,209 Buses From Starcraft Recalled for Wheelchair Lift Defect
The Starcraft Bus company has issued a recall for 2,209 buses with Braun Century-2 or Vista-2 Wheelchair lifts. Injuries may be sustained if roll-stop latches on the lifts get bent or misaligned; this may occur with time and extensive usage. Starcraft is notifying owners and Braun dealers are repairing the lifts for free. For more… read more
158 IC CE Buses Recalled for Interior Lower Lining Compliance Issue
Navistar is issuing a recall on 158 IC CE Buses due to a defect in the interior lower lining of these 2011 and 2012 vehicles. This component fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle safety standards and could cause damage to the bus and injury to its occupants in the event of a crash. To… read more
As Texting Increases, So Do Auto Insurance Premiums
Auto insurance provider 4autoinsurancequote.com has found that texting while driving increases insurance rates. They also found that texting has more than doubled since 2005 and that mobile phone-related accidents increased sharply around 2008. In 2009 there were over 24,000 injury accidents due to mobile phone use (1,000 additional crashes led to fatalities). Greater awareness of… read more
