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Recall Alert: Millions of vehicles with Takata air bags have been recalled and Do Not Drive warnings have been issued for some of the vehicles.
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Countermeasure |
Effectiveness |
Cost |
Use |
Time |
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Bicycle Helmet Laws for Children |
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$ |
Medium |
Short |
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Universal Bicycle Helmet Laws |
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$ |
Low |
Short |
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Active Lighting Laws |
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$ |
High |
Varies |
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Motorist Passing Bicyclist Laws |
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$ |
Medium |
Short |
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Lower Speed Limits |
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$ |
High |
Varies |
