According to a series of news agencies, lawmakers in Florida decided to change the rules when it comes to traffic signals in order to make the length of yellow lights shorter than what federal standards recommend. The reports indicate that after the period in which the signals keep the yellow lights on was shortened, communities in Florida were able to collect over $100 million in revenue with red light cameras installed at multiple intersections across the state. According to the (read more)
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16
May
2013
Florida Communities Shorten Yellow Light Lengths
05
Apr
2013
Dynacraft Recalls Ride-On Toys
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has reported that Urban Shredder Ride-On toys have been recalled over a possible fall hazard. About 17 consumers reported being involved in incidents linked to the product due to an unintended acceleration that caused them to lose control of the toy. The battery-operated toy is a Hot Wheels brand product. Affected models include the number 8801-15, 8801-05, and 8801-05com. These toys come in red and black or green and black. Affected products were sold (read more)
Read MoreAccording to a series of news agencies, drivers who are serious about staying safe while operating a vehicle and making sure that others are just as safe should also be serious about learning how to drive defensively. Too often, accidents occur because drivers are too distracted or focused only on what’s going on directly in front of them, completely oblivious of what may be going on 300 feet ahead. Following certain steps can help drivers to avoid accidents and make (read more)
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26
Mar
2013
Car Fit Check Event Announced
According to several news agencies, the organizers of a free Car Fit event hope to help drivers to learn just how to find the car that best fits their needs. During these events, experts usually teach participants on how to make individual adjustments to make cars safer and more comfortable. They also show drivers how to use certain new features in order to obtain a better control of their cars and optimize its features. The event hosted by the American (read more)
Read MoreChrysler has recently issued a recall for all units of the 2013 Dodge Challengers with V6 engines. About 4,459 vehicles are affected by this recall. Only 2,500 units are on the road, since 1,900 units of these vehicles are still on dealer lots. According to the reports, these vehicles were linked to seven incidents associated with engines overheating. The firm stated that the V6 engines in these vehicles come with wires that could overheat and increase the risk of a (read more)
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14
Mar
2013
Travel Trailers Recalled Over Possible Fire Risk
Several news agencies have reported that Starcraft has issued a recall for all units of the 2013 Autumn Ridge and Travel Star models of travel trailers. According to tan official report issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, these vehicles were equipped with power converters, which are crucial components of the system that supplies A/C power to the vehicle. According to the federal agency, these components may short circuit, which could increase the risk of a fire. Reports show (read more)
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11
Mar
2013
Children And Auto Safety Recommendations
Parents must keep in mind that children could be seriously injured if they are forgotten in vehicles or have been left to play near cars without the supervision of an adult. Safety experts urge parents to keep in mind that their children should never be left unattended inside of a vehicle or around any vehicles. If you have spotted a child alone inside of a car, call the authorities as soon as possible. By making sure that your children do (read more)
Read MoreSeveral news agencies have reported that experts have been concerned with the rise in the number of accidents linked to distracted drivers. Traffic experts continue to urge motorists to focus on the road ahead and avoid using their phones while behind the wheel at all times, however, some also think that automakers and cell phone providers must also beware of the risks associated with the devices and come up with different and innovative ways to keep the handheld devices from (read more)
Read MoreSeveral news agencies have reported that certain snorkeling masks designed for the youth are being recalled after incidents were reported. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and its latest recall announcement, Santa Cruz Jr. Youth Snorkeling Masks have been linked to at least nine incidents concerning lenses cracking while in use. The federal agency has stated that although incidents were reported, only minor scratches and cuts were registered. The federal agency urged consumers with the recalled products to (read more)
Read MoreIt may be distracted driving awareness month only in Canada, however, distracted driving is still a problem everywhere in North America. According to the reports, local law enforcement agencies have been organizing events and conducting other enforcement initiatives in order to ensure drivers are aware of the risks associated with distracted driving. The reports show that in Ontario, the law prohibits drivers from using any hand-held devices while behind the wheel. In the U.S., distracted driving accounts for a rise (read more)
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