Merced Conducts Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation
Two days ago, the Merced Police Department took part in a Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation in order to continue a trend of decreased crash rates that has taken place in the last few years in California. The effort saw officers patrolling those locales that motorcycle crashes have been known to take place in. They cast… read more
780,000 Lexus HS250h and RAV4 Vehicles Recalled for Crash Risk
Lexus HS250h automobiles of the 2010 model year and RAV4 sport utility vehicles of the 2006 through 2011 model years have been recalled by Toyota. 778,000 automobiles in total have a potential defect. During rear wheel alignment, the nuts could have been tightened incorrectly, leading to loosening, rust, and separation of the arm. This could… read more
Bullet Premier Trailers Recalled by Keystone for Inaccurate Labeling
220 Bullet Premier 31BHPR travel trailers of the 2013 model year are being recalled by the Keystone RV Company. These trailers have a series of labels that don’t list accurate information, bringing the conveyance out of compliance with rules set forth in federal standards regarding rims and tire selection in vehicles other than regular cars. … read more
Dippin’Stix and Cheese Pizza Kits Recalled by Reichel For Illness Risk
The Rochester, Minnesota-based Reichel Foods has announced the recall of Armour Active Packs Cheese Pizza Lunch Kits and Dippin’ Stix Sliced Apples & Caramel with Peanuts. The former comes in a 5.6 ounce package and the latter comes in a 2.75 ounce tray. These items, which were available across the country, could be contaminated with… read more
FDA’s CORE Network Has Early Success in Combating Foodborne Illness
It’s imperative that foodborne illnesses be squelched before they can lead to widespread outbreaks. The responsibility of keeping citizens safe is the purview of the Food and Drug Administration, and it’s something the organization takes seriously. In a new report, the FDA touts the successes of their CORE Network (Coordinated Outbreak Response and Evaluation), an… read more
Distracted Driving Victim Warns Against Texting Behind the Wheel
Recently, a college student from the state of Texas was driving home from college when he plunged off the road and down a 35 foot ravine. The most ironic part of the incident is the fact that the individual had been in the process of sending a text message that read “I need to quit… read more
Investigation Launched Into Emergency Vehicle Distractions in Texas
Research was recently conducted to determine how distracted driving affects emergency vehicles. The research, which was based in and pertains to Texas, concluded that about three crashes a month occur among emergency vehicles due to distracted driving, with an astonishing 70 such crashes taking place over two years. This could be a serious problem for… read more
Ocala Police Urge Caution to Avoid Vehicle Break-Ins
The Ocala Police Department has released a video showing a recent vehicle burglary. The feed shows an automobile pulling up and an individual exiting that vehicle and entering a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The person then gets back into their vehicle and cruises away. Police warn motorists to lock their doors and not keep valuables in… read more
London Motorists Request Improved Safety Technology in New Poll
In response to rising insurance costs and serious road accidents, motorists in London reportedly want car manufacturers to start installing new in-car safety technology. In a poll, many motorists reported wanting in-car blood alcohol level detectors and cameras to provide recorded evidence in the event of a crash. Others would also like to see satellite… read more
23 Vision and All American Buses Recalled for Seat Belt Defect
Blue Bird Body Company is recalling 23 of its 2013 Vision and All American buses due to their having potentially faulty seat belts. The driver’s seat belts may contain mismatched parts, which can lead to injury in the case of a crash or rapid deceleration. Blue Bird will be contacting the owners and will also… read more
Commuters Express Safety and Privacy Concerns with In-Car Internet
According to a study on in-car internet, many drivers in the United States believe such a thing could not only cause much distraction while driving, but invade their privacy, as internet connectivity could provide information to companies on a driver’s location and driving habits. However, companies such as Apple suggest that moderate internet integration into… read more
Toronto Reporter Experiences Distracted Driving Firsthand in Go-Kart
There are many dangers associated with texting and driving. To demonstrate the risk, a reporter in Toronto put these dangers to the test as she partook in an exercise that tasked her and other reporters with texting while behind the wheel of a go-kart. The reporter got a firsthand feel as to how difficult it… read more
