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Consumer Complaint Index lists 2012′s most griped about cars

Posted on May 17, 2012 by admin

The Car Complaint Index is a list of consumer complaints used to determine which 20 models of vehicle caused motorists the most irritation and injury in 2012. The Toyota Prius, the world’s best selling hybrid automobile, had more complaints registered … Continue reading →

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Motorcyclists Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash

Posted on May 16, 2012 by admin

According to several news agencies in California, two motorcyclists were involved in an accident that happened last week and that took place on Highway 18. The official accident records released by the California Highway Patrol show that a vehicle traveling … Continue reading →

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Safety 1st infant child restraints recalled by Dorel Juvenile Group

Posted on May 16, 2012 by admin

At the request of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Dorel Juvenile Group has announced a voluntary recall for two models of its rear facing Safety 1st infant child restraints. Certain units of these Safety 1st infant child restraints … Continue reading →

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Man Files $5.35 Million Lawsuit for Wrongful Death

Posted on May 15, 2012 by admin

A husband filed a $5.35 million lawsuit claiming wrongful death after his wife was shot by a police officer in Culpeper. He is demanding $5 million in compensatory damages and $350,000 in punitive damages for the shooting, according to news … Continue reading →

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Fatal Accident Reportedly Caused By Texting Driver

Posted on May 15, 2012 by admin

Multiple news agencies in California have reported that a distracted driver reportedly caused an accident that happened along a Nevada County road. The 29-year-old North Auburn woman was traveling on the westbound lanes of the Wolf Road on her 1997 … Continue reading →

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Officers Step Up Patrols for Seat Belt Safety

Posted on May 14, 2012 by admin

Maryland State Police are currently performing seat belt safety enforcement as part of the “Click it or Ticket” campaign. Police want drivers and passengers to use their seat belts to protect their health. They will be out in force during … Continue reading →

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More Ford Vehicles Recalled

Posted on May 14, 2012 by admin

Due to the discovery that a fractured axel can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash, Ford has decided to voluntarily recall all units of the 1998 through 2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured between September 1st, 1997 and … Continue reading →

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Children’s Letterman Jackets Recalled, Children Could Choke

Posted on May 11, 2012 by admin

According to several news agencies covering recall alerts, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has revealed that Children’s Letterman Jackets are being recalled over a possible defect that could pose as a potential choking hazard to children. The official … Continue reading →

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U.S. government announces new safety seat guidelines

Posted on May 10, 2012 by admin

A new set of safety guidelines for children’s car seats has been issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. According to the new safety guidelines, children younger than one year of age must … Continue reading →

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Several Ford Automobiles Recalled

Posted on May 10, 2012 by admin

The 2011-2012 Ford F150, Expedition, Mustang and Lincoln Navigators are all undergoing a recall since they do not meet safety requirements for their transmissions. They may include Transmission Range Sensors that don’t meet federal requirements. The problem with these vehicles … Continue reading →

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