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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2022

Risky Drivers Ruled U.S. Roads During Pandemic

To better understand the rise in dangerous driving behaviors, the AAA Foundation examined whether the pandemic changed the composition of drivers on the nation’s roads.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2022

65 Models Capture 2022 Top Safety Pick+ Awards

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has recognized a total of 101 vehicles with its two top safety accolades. Better headlights are boosting the ranks.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 27, 2022

Recall News: Ford Motor Company

Ford has issued a safety recall for 247,445 2017-2022 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty vehicles due to damaged driveshafts.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 27, 2022

NHTSA Investigates 1.7 Million Hondas for Random Braking

A new National Highway Traffic Safety Administration probe covers 2018-2019 Honda Accord and 2017-2019 Honda CR- V vehicles after hundreds of complaints about unexpected braking that can increase the risk of a crash.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2022

Study: GPS Shortcuts May Save Time But Up Crash Risk

A new study from Texas A&M compares routes between five metropolitan areas and finds navigation systems often guide drivers to take paths that carry a greater risk of collisions.

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ArticlesFebruary 24, 2022

Protect Yourself & Your Truck in Winter Weather

Winter weather can be devastating, and it’s crucial to understand how to keep yourself and your truck safe while on the road in hazardous conditions.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 23, 2022

Amazon is Target of $100 Million Lawsuit for Causing Driver Distraction

A new lawsuit claims the tech giant put unrealistic expectations on a delivery driver that caused a collision and resulted in a motorcyclist losing his leg.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 21, 2022

New Smartwatch Designed to Boost Trucker Wellness

Research shows that long-haul truck drivers are more likely to smoke, be overweight, and less likely to be physically active compared to other U.S. workers. Garmin’s new smartwatch aims to motivate truckers to engage in healthy practices.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 18, 2022

Tesla’s Unexpected Braking is Latest Subject of NHTSA Safety Probe

On the heels of two recent safety investigations, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating Tesla once again. This time an estimated 416,000 Tesla Model 3s and Model Ys may be affected by “phantom braking.”

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Newsby Marianne MatthewsFebruary 18, 2022

Pandemic Creates a Nation of Hostile Drivers, Increased Fatalities

COVID-19 left Americans angry and frustrated. The result on the roadways is staggering — per capita vehicle deaths rose 17.5% from the summer of 2019 to the summer of 2021.

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