For the past few years, automakers whose vehicles are equipped with defective Takata airbags have been racing to repair recalled airbags amid continuing reports of deaths and injuries. As of August, there have been 20 deaths in connection with faulty Takata airbags in the United States, Malaysia, and Australia. In the United States alone, 69 […]
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Ford Seatbelts Sparks Fires
Almost two million Ford F-150 pickups are being recalled to repair defective seat-belts components that have ignited following crashes. The defect was uncovered in an investigation by the NHTSA in August. The investigation was prompted by five separate reports of fires in affected Ford models. Three of the five fires demolished the vehicles completely. (Ford […]
Auto Recalls: How They Really Work
The Recall Process A recall usually starts with a number of drivers reporting similar problems to their dealers. After a number of complaints are collected, the automaker generally looks into the situation to assess the problem and determine how to repair it. The manufacturer is typically made aware of the issue fairly quickly after several […]
Plan for Teenagers to Drive Commercial Trucks
A truck driver shortage in America shows no signs of improving according to the American Trucking Association (ATA). The ATA projects a shortage in the trucking industry of approximately 63,000 drivers this year. Significant deficiencies are already causing late deliveries and higher prices for many consumers. Trucking companies have tried to increase their employee numbers […]
Driverless Trucks? Watch Out
Automated technology is poised to take over the passenger motor vehicle industry. Many people wonder whether driverless technology will transform the trucking industry as well. A new report shows that only a small number of trucking jobs will be lost as a result of new technological applications. Nevertheless, the industry is poised to change in […]
