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Vehicle systems that detect pedestrians are becoming increasingly common.  Euro NCAP is going to start taking into account a car’s ability to avoid pedestrian injuries when calculating their ratings, giving automakers an added incentive to install such detection technology.  Continental’s tech utilizes a camera to prevent collisions, Volvo uses cameras and infrared sensors, and General… read more

A report out of Ohio breaks down the recent uptick in motorcycle deaths in the state and offers tips on how to avoid fatal crashes.  With 410,000 registered riders, Ohio has the fifth highest number of motorcyclists in the country.  By the beginning of the month, the state experienced 90 deaths, 56 of which did… read more

Idaho is one state that has seen an increase in fatalities resulting from motorcycle crashes.  There have been 13 fatalities this year, up from six in the previous year.  American Bikers Aiming Toward Education (ABATE) of North Idaho believes that 40% of these deaths result from the inability of a driver to properly steer on… read more

A motorcycle ride led by the Governor of Indiana this past Friday served to both raise motorcycle safety awareness and raise money for the Indiana National Guard Relief Fund.  The Governor said that most accidents are likely the result of people teaching themselves how to ride a motorcycle as opposed to submitting to the necessary… read more

36,413 Chevy Impalas utilized as police vehicles are being recalled by General Motors.  The vehicles, which are of the model years 2008 through 2012, could experience fracturing in their front lower control arms.  This could lead the vehicle operator to lose control of the Impala and potentially cause a crash.  Starting next week, owners will… read more

227 DC1217, DC1317, and DC1317HP wood chippers of the 2008 through 2011 model years are being recalled by Altec Industries.  The frames of these chippers could experience cracking.  Should that occur, property damage or an injury would be within the realm of possibility.  No word yet on when the recall is set to take place,… read more

40 BC1200XL brush chipper trailers of the 2012 model year have been recalled by Vermeer because proper torquing may not have been applied to lug nuts.  These nuts could then come loose and potentially lead to the brush chipper losing its wheels.  This could obviously lead to an injury or a crash situation.  Owners will… read more

1,643 cilantro cases are being recalled by the Winchester, California-based Fresco Green Farms because of a possible Salmonella contamination.  The cilantro, which was harvested between July 18 and 27, was available in Minnesota and California up until August 6.  Consumers are being advised to get in touch with their retailer to determine if indeed they… read more

Numerous products containing apples are being recalled by Missa Bay because of the threat posed by a potential Listeria contamination.  The recalled items include a variety of vegetable, fruit, and sandwich products.  The recall encompasses such things as BK (Burger King) Fresh Apple Slices, Wawa Chicken Salad Sandwich, and Wegmans Apples, Cheese & Caramel Dip. … read more

School is just around the corner.  A couple days ago, I brought you tips designed to get your child to school safely.  Now, a new report offers tips on backpack safety.  Most people probably don’t realize the danger that can be posed by such an innocuous-seeming product, but the risk should not be underestimated.  The… read more

When a teenager turns 16, he or she is typically overjoyed by their sudden ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.  Unfortunately, the inexperience of such drivers can hinder safe driving, but a report offers tips for teens to follow to better ensure they’ll be safe out on the road. The first thing teens should… read more

When driving along the roads, it’s tempting to just let loose and slam down on the gas in a bid to get to your destination as quickly as possible.  Doing so, however, creates a number of safety hazards that should be avoided.  That’s why it’s advisable to always drive defensively.  That way, you know that… read more