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NewsAugust 28, 2019

Advanced Safety Tech Annoys Drivers, J.D. Power Finds

A new J.D. Power survey finds car buyer demand for semi-autonomous safety technology is threatened by overbearing alerts that are causing many to disable their systems, increasing the risk of a collision.

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Newsby StaffAugust 28, 2019

Mercedes Recalls C-Class for Battery Mounting Issue

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling approximately 26,584 2018 to 2019 C300, C300 4Matic, and C43 AMG 4Matic entry-luxury sedans because the mounting bracket for the 12-volt battery may not be properly secured.

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Newsby StaffAugust 27, 2019

Labor Day Road Deaths to Fall From Year Ago

Approximately 398 people could lose their lives and another 45,300 could suffer serious injuries on roadways over the Labor Day weekend, according to the National Safety Council's estimate, which is the lowest it has issued for the three-day holiday period since 2015.

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Newsby StaffAugust 27, 2019

Honda to Add Advanced Air Bag to 2020 Vehicles

Honda has developed new passenger front air-bag technology that features an unconventional design specifically crafted to better protect occupants in a wide range of frontal collision scenarios, including angled crashes between vehicles or a vehicle and another object.

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Newsby StaffAugust 27, 2019

Lytx Fleets Reduce Drowsy Driving by 39%

Commercial fleets that used the Lytx Driver Safety Program reduced drowsy driving events by 39% and falling asleep behind the wheel by 66% from June 2018 to June 2019, according to new data released by the video telematics solutions provider.

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Newsby StaffAugust 26, 2019

Roadway Fatalities Fell 3% Through June

The number of U.S. motor vehicle deaths in the first six months of 2019 was 18,580 as compared to 19,060 for the same six-month period in 2018, according to a preliminary estimate from the National Safety Council.

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Articlesby Marianne MatthewsAugust 23, 2019

How to Develop a Journey Management Plan

Developing a journey management plan tailored for each specific road trip is an important task that commercial fleet managers should not overlook.

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NewsAugust 22, 2019

What Happens When Autonomous Technology Goes Wrong?

The report explains the test results of 40 individuals and gives suggestions on what mobility and infrastructure changes may need to be implemented to ensure safety on roadways.

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Newsby StaffAugust 21, 2019

State Speeding Penalties Ranked

The maximum fine for first-time speeders in Nevada is $1,000 — the highest penalty in the country and more than triple of any other state.

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Newsby StaffAugust 21, 2019

Volvo Snags Two More Top Safety Awards

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has recognized Volvo's 2019 S90 sedan and XC90 midsize SUV with Top Safety Pick awards. While the XC90 earns the award outright, the S90 can claim top safety status only when it is outfitted with specific headlights.

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