Topic: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Eggs. Shrek glasses. Sure, but what was the top recall of 2010?
It was a year when contaminated eggs and McDonald's glasses found their way into the headlines. But the product fiascos of 2010 included everything from recalled cars and home appliances to food and medications. What was the year’s top recall? Read on:
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Opinion: New Year's resolution: Stop drunk driving with ignition locks
The New Year’s holiday contributes more alcohol-related traffic fatalities than any other day of the year. We challenge states to join our New Year’s resolution and require ignition interlocks for all those convicted of drunk driving. These devices work.
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More than a turnaround, Toyota sees record-breaking sales in 2013
Despite the Japanese earthquake and tsunami which interrupted production in 2011, and massive safety-related recalls this year, Toyota Motor Corp. expects to finish 2012 with 9.7 million vehicle sales, more than ever before.
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With billion-dollar settlement Toyota tries to leave recalls behind
Toyota Motor Corp. settled for a record breaking billion-dollar amount, resolving hundreds of lawsuits claiming vehicles depreciated after the company issued recalls related to faulty acceleration. Toyota still faces lawsuits claiming injury or death related to the recalls.
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In Gear
GM pickup recall: Front hood can fly openGM pickup recall involves more than 145,000 Chevy Colorados and GMC Canyons from 2010 through 2012. Some of the GM pickups don't have secondary latches, which prompted the recall.
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Electric vehicle maker Coda lays off 15 percent of staffCoda Automotive, an electric vehicle company, confirmed Tuesday that it had laid off about 50 people, or 15 percent of its 330-person staff, Voelcker writes.
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Progress Watch
US road safety: Deaths lowest in more than 60 years. How we got there.In 2011 the number of fatalities per vehicle miles traveled was the lowest ever, the Department of Transportation said. Technology and education are credited with the improved US road safety.
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In Gear
New cars will have black boxes, White House saysAll new vehicles have event data recorders, or 'black boxes', per a new mandate from the White House. The rule is raising questions over who owns the data, but black boxes in cars are really nothing new.
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NHTSA executive joins Google to build driverless carsIf you were looking to progress autonomous cars from the experimental stage to the mainstream implementation stage, the deputy director of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is someone you’d want on your team, Ernst writes.
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Chrysler recall involves airbags in 919,000 SUVsChrysler recall initiated because air bags can accidentally inflate. Last year, airbags in older Jeeps, Liberty SUVs inflated 215 times, causing 81 minor injuries, and prompting the Chrysler recall.
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Battery not at fault in Hurricane Sandy Fisker fireA fire that destroyed 16 Fisker Karmas in the wake of Hurricane Sandy was caused by residual salt damage inside a Vehicle Control Unit submerged in seawater for several hours, according to Fisker Automotive.
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In Gear
Toyota dealers pass on electric cars, prefer hybridsA recent survey from AutoRetailNet shows that 85 percent of Toyota dealers say the automaker was correct to kill production plans for its electric car, Gordon-Bloomfield writes.
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In Gear
Counterfeit airbags pose major safety risk. How to protect yourself.Drivers who have had their airbags replaced in the last three years are at risk of having had counterfeit airbags installed. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has a list of vehicles that may be affected.
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Counterfeit airbags draw warning from Obama administration
Counterfeit airbags may pose a threat to US car owners whose airbags have been replaced in the past three years, according to the NHTSA. Many of the dangerous counterfeit airbags are believed to have come from China.
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In Gear
Honda recalls CR-V over window switch. Is yours on the list?Honda recall involves 2002-06 models with switch that can cause fire. Beyond the Honda recall of the CR-V, the automaker in the past month has issued major recalls of Civics, Pilots, and Accords for various safety problems.
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In Gear
Push a button, start a car. Easy, but is it safe?Keyless entry and push-button ignitions are becoming commonplace across a rage of electric and hybrid vehicles. But do they pose the risk that drivers will forget to turn their cars off?
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Gas taxes vs. fuel restrictions: Which is better for reducing emissions?New fuel efficiency rules throw all of the burden onto carmakers, some economists say. Would higher sales taxes on gas be more effective?
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Driver hits 11: Are elderly drivers making roads unsafe? (+video)
Driver hits 11: 100-year-old driver hits 11 people, including nine children, near a school in Los Angeles. What restrictions do drivers over age 70 face?
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Illinois Megabus crash: Bus made in 2011, inspected days ago
Investigators on Friday were looking into passenger reports that the bus blew a tire just before it crashing.
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Toyota recall of RAV4s, Lexuses? Yes, but not yet.Toyota recall will involve 760,000 RAV4s and 18,000 Lexus HS 250h vehicles because of the potential for rear-suspension arms to fail. But before the Toyota recall, the automaker has to figure out how to fix them.
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In Gear
What's new in the world of car seats?Certain car seat trends are becoming popular among manufacturers, but are they the safest options for your child? Here's what to look for when buying your next car seat.
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Distracted walking: Smartphone-wielding pedestrians stumble into danger
On city streets, in suburban parking lots and in shopping centers, there is usually someone strolling while talking on a phone, texting with his head down, listening to music, or playing a video game. The problem isn't as widely discussed as distracted driving, but the danger is real.
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Ford Escape recall: Sticky gas pedal affects Mazda Tributes, too
Ford Escape recall involves a potential problem in 485,000 Ford Escapes from the 2001-04 model years and linked to several accidents and one fatality. Besides the Ford Escape recall, Mazda is recalling 217,000 Tributes from 2001-06 and some 2008 models for the same problem.
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Ford Escape recall affects 10,000 cars. Is yours on the list?Ford Escape recall involves certain 2013 models with a carpeting issue that could affect breaking. Owners with cars affected by the Ford Escape recall can have the problem repaired for free.
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Isuzu SUVs recalled for corrosion include 11,000 cars. Are you affected?
Isuzu SUVs are recall affects certain models of the Amigo and Rodeo Sport SUVs manufactured between 1998 and 2002, owned in states where salt is used to clear roads. In these regions, corrosion may have damaged brackets in Isuzu SUVs that connect the rear of the vehicle to the frame.
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GM recalls Chevy Cruze for engine fire risk. Is yours on the list?
GM (General Motors) is recalling more than 475,000 Chevy Cruze models due to a risk for engine fires. The GM Chevy Cruze has been one of the most popular compact cars n the US in recent years.
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