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News•by Staff•August 27, 2018

Ford Recalls Three Electric Cars

Ford is recalling 50,000 older battery-electric passenger cars from three nameplates, including the Focus Electric, Fusion Energi, and C-Max Energi, due to a possible defect with the 120-volt convenience charging cable that could cause a fire, according to the company.

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Articles•by Andy Lundin•August 27, 2018

Motor Vehicle Record Checks Lower Personal Use Risks

Fleets are encouraged to review company driver motor vehicle reports more than once a year, as this will help further limit potential liability risks resulting from a crash.

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News•by Staff•August 27, 2018

Aerial Platform Company to Lead Safety Workshops

Two representatives from JLG will offer workshops on safety standards and aerial devices at an upcoming safety conference.

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News•by Staff•August 25, 2018

Improved Headlights Help Hyundai Kona Earn Top Safety Award

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has upgraded the 2018 Hyundai Kona to a Top Safety Pick+, after the automaker began offering LED projector headlights to limit glare for oncoming drivers in May.

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News•August 24, 2018

Video: What to Do If Brakes Fail

With today’s sophisticated vehicles, fortunately, brake failure isn't a common occurrence. However, even the unexpected can happen — and if it does, it can be a frightening and dangerous situation.

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News•by Staff•August 24, 2018

FCA Recalls Four Models for Rear Brakes

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling an estimated 154,337 Dodge Grand Caravans, Jeep Compasses, Dodge Journeys, and Jeep Cherokees for brake performance problems.

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News•by Staff•August 24, 2018

8 Manufacturers Support CCC's OEM Repair Service

Eight original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) representing more that 73% of vehicles sold annually in the U.S. have signed on to participate in a new service designed to enhance vehicle repair and safety called CCC OEM Care.

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News•by Staff•August 24, 2018

Massachusetts Officials Debate Methods for Drugged Driving Tests

A special commission charged with finding a reliable method for testing and prosecuting drugged drivers in Massachusetts met on Aug. 10 to examine all types of impaired driving with the exception of alcohol.

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News•by Staff•August 23, 2018

2018 Road Deaths to Reach 40,000 for Third Straight Year

An estimated 18,720 people died on U.S. roadways between January and June, compared to 18,770 during the same period last year, according to preliminary data from the National Safety Council.

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News•by Staff•August 23, 2018

Element Invests in Amerit's Maintenance Services

Amerit Fleet Solutions closed a minority investment from Element Fleet Management Corp., which will expand its maintenance services for customers of the fleet management company.

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