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ABS Reduces Motorcycle Crashes, Says IIHS
Collision claims were filed 24 percent less often on motorcycles with ABS, whereas injury claims were down by 34 percent.
GM Recalls SUVs to Tighten Wiper Arm Nuts
In reality, the nuts simply weren’t tightened to the appropriate level of torque at the factory, and winter weather demonstrated that fact to General Motors.
Two Volkswagen Recalls Announced
The Routan is essentially a Mopar minivan gussied up to appear to be a Volkswagen.
Two Chrysler Recalls: Minivans and Jeeps
Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravans minivan twins and the Jeep Compass and Patriot models are the subjects of two different safety recalls.
BMW Recalling 1.3 Million Cars Over Electrical Defect
BMW says there have been “incidents” in both Europe and the United States, but no injuries as a result.
Honda Recalling 2006 CR-Vs Over Bad Welding
If the weld breaks, the automobile could become difficult to control and steer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Toyota Recalling Nearly 700,000 Camry, Tacoma and Venza Models
First up, Toyota is recalling 495,470 Tacoma trucks for potential problems with the steering wheel airbag.
Feds Open Safety Probe on Ford Taurus
“Ford is aware of the NHTSA investigation and will, as always, cooperate fully with the agency,” said company spokesman Dan Pierce.
Consumer Reports: Thinking Cars Could Eliminate 8 of 10 Wrecks
With V2X, your car frantically flashes a red warning light on your dashboard, warning of your of the impending danger and giving you time to respond appropriately by hitting your brakes.
NADA: New Fuel Economy Standards Harmful to Consumers
How many people will no longer be able to afford a new vehicle if the government raises the price of a new car by about $3,000?