In the state of California, it is illegal to drive with any open container of alcohol in the vehicle. It is also illegal for any passengers in the vehicle to have an open container of alcohol while the vehicle is being operated. Open containers of alcohol must never be within the reach of the driver […]
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Could Your Next Rideshare Be Affected by a Faulty GM Ignition Switch?
Everyone needs transportation, whether it’s from home to work, to see family, to the gym, or to the grocery store. And many of us don’t bat an eye when someone hails a ride from services such as Lyft or Uber. These ride-sharing services are one of the easiest ways to get around, and they help […]
What Did GM’s CEO Say about the Company’s Killer Ignition Switch Defect?
When a company makes a mistake that causes fatalities, the CEO should have something to say about it to the public. The CEO of GM, Mary Barra, has had a lot to say about the defects that have recently plagued her company’s cars. The defect caused the ignition switch to turn to the “off” or […]
CDC Makes Recommendations for Everyone to Avoid Crash Injuries
Motor vehicle crashes take thousands of lives every year, leaving millions of other people injured and maimed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that motor vehicle accidents claim more than 32,000 lives in the U.S. every year, with an additional two million injured. To address these issues, the CDC has come out […]
Early Stats on 2015 Commercial Motor Vehicle Crashes Are Out
The Analysis Division of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has released a compendium of statistics for fatalities, injuries, and property damage caused by large truck and bus crashes in 2015. The report reveals some startling facts. A total of 4,311 large trucks and buses were involved in fatal crashes in 2015. All three […]
