Our society is more connected now than at any point in human history.  Although this has obviously been a boon for the distribution of information, the prevalence of mobile communication devices is not without its risks.  It’s important to remember that, as with any emerging technology, we have to be careful that we don’t lose… read more

Due to increasing numbers of reckless drivers on Ontario roads during the holidays, police set up a crackdown on dangerous driving throughout Canada’s recent Thanksgiving weekend. Last year, four citizens died on the holiday, making the day a valid target for police efforts. Operation Impact involved the issuance of tickets to vehicle operators who engaged… read more

Lane Departure Warning Systems are defined and explained in a new report. They are increasingly found in ordinary vehicles, whereas they were once an extra found only in luxury cars. The system involves a computer and a camera that work in conjunction to identify lines that define lanes and then alert the driver whenever a… read more

The Hyundai Veloster has drawn complaints from consumers, who claim that the automobile’s sunroof can shatter without warning, thus potentially injuring persons inside the vehicle. 18,000 2012 model vehicles are now the subject of an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  The complaints have come from 11 drivers thus far. A recall has… read more

Now that fall is here, it’s a good time to be reminded about car safety, and a new article explains how to ensure you’ll be safe and secure in your vehicle. Remember to wear a seatbelt and make sure your children are also in the right restraint system. Never text while driving, follow the speed… read more

Honda is not having a banner month.  The automobile manufacturer has had to recall 268,655 of their CR-V vehicles of the 2002 through 2006 model years. These vehicles could have faulty power window switches that pose a fire hazard. Another recall involves 626,000 Acura TL and Accord automobiles that could suffer from an error in… read more

In January, California passed a law that makes it mandatory for every child to be safely secured in a child seat until the child is eight years old or has reached a height of 4’9″. Each year, children die because they have not been properly restrained in a vehicle.  The new law can be read… read more

In 2009, the city of Missoula was the first major city in Montana to consider banning cell phone usage while driving — but the legislation failed to pass. On October 22, the city council will consider anew legislation banning cell phone usage behind the wheel, with exceptions being made for hands-free devices. The majority of… read more

Whole Foods Market has recalled two types of cheese sold in its Nashville, Tennessee store and its Louisville, Kentucky store. The cheese is marketed as “Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese KY BL” in Louisville and “Blue Kentucky Rose Kenny’s” in Nashville. These cheeses could potentially suffer from a Listeria monocytogenes contamination, which could cause severe illness even… read more

A new article talks about Michigan’s Public Act 60, a law which prohibits the use of an electronic device for sending or reading text messages while driving. Hundreds of citations have been given out so far this year across the state, but the law is hard to enforce. Because only texting is illegal, people can… read more

Police in Sioux Falls, South Dakota have stated that, in the first week since the city’s texting while driving ban went into effect, they have issued no citations to a motorist texting behind the wheel. Officers worry that enforcement will be a challenge due to the very limited nature of the law, which only targets… read more

Anyone who has paid close attention to the news, or this blog for that matter, has no doubt heard about the peanut butter recall that has affected literally hundreds of products across the country.  It’s gotten to the point where it wouldn’t be surprising if families were worried that they won’t be able to consume… read more