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
Burn Threat Prompts Recall of Kenmore Dehumidifiers Sold at Sears
After 107 complaints, along with upwards of $7 million worth of property damage and three alleged instances of smoke being inhaled and causing injuries, the CPSC has announced that Kenmore Dehumidifiers are being recalled. They were only available through Sears and Kmart. The recall is the result of a potential fire hazard. Persons who have… read more
Pedestrian Safety Promoted Through New GM Smartphone Tech
General Motors has taken WiFi to a whole new level. By allowing smart phones to communicate with one another, cars with the WiFi technology can detect pedestrians on the road, leading to a safer driving environment. While the technology itself is not unheard of, GM takes it a step further than everyone else by allowing… read more
Door Entanglement Threat Prompts Collins Bus Recall
The Collins Bus Corporation is recalling 171 Corbeil, Mid-Bus, and Collins school buses of the 2012 model year because when the double out door opens there is the potential for clothing to become caught in the door bracket or support hardware. This could result in a passenger becoming stuck and potentially pulled under the wheels… read more
Buses Recalled By Collins for Electrical Panel Detachment Defect
The Collins Bus Corporation is recalling 196 Mid-Bus, Corbeil, and Collins school buses of the 2012 model year due to an inadequately secured electrical panel. The panel cover can come loose with vibration and fall off, causing a potentially injurious or distracting situation for the driver. Beginning in September, Collins will be notifying customers on… read more
Megabus Safety Procedures Called Into Question by Commuter
Recently, a series of accidents has called into question the safety of Megabus in Illinois and other states. One woman recently recounted her experience with the company. Her bus driver, who was in the midst of training, decided that she had to have her music on, but her headphones were twisted, so she allegedly took… read more
2013 Outback and Sydney RVs Recalled by Keystone For Fire Threat
The Keystone RV Company is recalling 117 of their Sydney and Outback RVs of the 2013 model year. These recreational vehicles may have safety problems and Keystone does not want to endanger any of their customers if the hazards become a reality for any of them. The vehicles have been made with two carbon monoxide… read more
With Vehicle Heatstroke Prevalent, NHTSA Warns About Alarm Inefficacy
Many different children all across the United States have been left in their guardians’ cars for long periods of time during the summer months and many have died. In just 2011, there were 33 fatalities. Heatstroke is a huge problem within this demographic because of how quick the temperature can build when a kid is… read more
GAO Report Asks For Improvement in FDA Recall Procedures
Food recalls are a vital mechanism in preserving the health of citizens across the country. Even with modern advances in technology and food safety, foodborne illnesses still happen, and they can even lead to widespread outbreaks if not kept in check. However, a new report out of the Government Accountability Office demonstrates that we might… read more
Australia Uses Suggestive Language on Roadsigns to Promote Safety
Visitors to South Australia could be in for a surprise when driving along certain roads. That’s because such persons will find themselves coming face to face with signage warning drivers: “Don’t Drive Like a” and then displaying a picture of a rooster. Underneath that, it says a more inoffensive “Country roads need safer drivers.” The… read more
