U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today released a “Blueprint for Ending Distracted Driving” that offers a comprehensive strategy to address the growing and dangerous practice of using handheld cell phones behind the wheel. The plan outlines concrete steps stakeholders around the country – from lawmakers and safety organizations to families and younger drivers – can take to reduce the risk …
U.S. Transportation Secretary Issues “Blueprint for Ending Distracted Driving”
June 7, 2012
Teen Driver Fatality Risk Quadruples with Multiple Young Passengers
May 9, 2012
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety today released a study showing a strong association between the number and age of passengers present in-vehicle and the risk of a teen driver dying in a traffic crash.
The report, “Teen Driver Risk in Relation to Age and Number of Passengers,” found that the likelihood of a 16- or 17-year-old driver being killed …
Inspect My Ride – Vehicle Inspection Service
April 28, 2012
A new vehicle inspection service is making shopping for a car online even easier while also putting buyers at ease. InspectMyRide LLC, a subsidiary of DataScan Field Services LLC, one of the largest automotive inspection services in North America, provides online buyers the opportunity to obtain a comprehensive vehicle inspection performed by a professional.
Ford Focus Park Assist in Paris – Funny Video
April 21, 2012
In Paris, people will do whatever it takes to fit into a parking space. Ford of Europe took this as an opportunity to promote Active Park Assist, a Ford Technology that helps even the worst drivers park their cars effortlessly.
They installed a giant pinball over a free parking space and programmed the bumpers of the front and rear cars …
TV Star Victoria Justice Encourages Teens to ‘Act Out Loud’
April 20, 2012
Car crashes are the no. 1 cause of teen deaths and the fast-approaching summer months prove to be the deadliest. In advance of National Youth Traffic Safety Month® in May, The Allstate Foundation and National Organizations for Youth Safety® (NOYS) are partnering with TV star and singer Victoria Justice to encourage young adults to Act Out Loud® for stronger …