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Traffic Deaths Are Down, but Still 36,560 People Died Last Year
The record decrease for drunk driving deaths, and areas that increased
Safety Advisory: Do not use car seats that don’t comply with standards
Parents and caregivers should be aware of signs that a car seat does not meet federal safety standards and may pose significant risk.How to keep your little ones warm and safe in their car seats
Cold months require heavier coats, but too much bulk can create extra room in the harness causing a loose fit.Upgrades coming to New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA announced its plan to propose updates and upgrades to NCAP, the government’s premier consumer information program for evaluating vehicle safety performance, in 2020.SAFE Vehicles Rule will put more Americans in newer, safer vehicles
Consumers are more likely to upgrade to newer, cleaner, safer cars if costly regulations don’t raise the price beyond consumers’ means.
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Seat BeltsRecalls
Takata Air Bags
March 20, 2019: 19 automakers and approximately 56 million Takata air bags in an estimated 41.6 million vehicles. These statistics will fluctuate as repairs are made and previously announced recall campaigns launch on a rolling basis.
General Motors
September 6, 2019: The risk of a crash is increased in certain 2014-2017 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs. An issue with the vehicle’s vacuum pump may decrease power brake assist.
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