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Experiencing the road from the CHP’s view

In an effort to experience what life behind the wheel is like from a law enforcement perspective, I spent one chilly weekday morning driving around the freeways of Southern California with Officer Mario Lopez of the California Highway Patrol. Read More »

Static Charge Could Spark Gas Fire, Though Gender Not Relevant

Question: I read a report that I believe might explain where the idea of cell phones causing fires at gas stations might have come from. At self-service stations, people often start filling their tanks, then go back into the cars to talk on the phone. Sliding into the seat and then back out again generates a static electricity charge. When ... Read More »

Agency Fails to Require Electronic Recorders in All Trucks, Doesn’t Protect People on Highways from Tired Truckers

After being rebuked by a federal court for failing to consider requiring electronic devices to monitor whether trucking companies are forcing their drivers to work beyond the maximum number of hours, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has again failed the public by releasing today a very weak standard for electronic on-board recorders (EOBRs). EOBRs in all trucks hold ... Read More »

New 2007 Hyundai Veracruz Mid-Size Crossover Sport Utility Vehicle Debuts at North American International Auto Show

Detroit, Michigan — The new Veracruz mid-size crossover made its North American debut at the 2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Just as the Hyundai Azera is altering perceptions about premium sedans, Veracruz breaks new ground in premium crossovers. Hyundai has once again made luxury and performance attainable in previously unthinkable ways: with standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC), upscale ... Read More »

All-New 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer and Prototype for Next-Generation Lancer Evolution Make World Debut at 2007 North American International Auto Show

Detroit, Michigan — Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) announced the world debut of the all-new, 2008 Lancer compact sedan, and Prototype X, a vision of the next-generation, rally-bred Lancer Evolution sedan. The new Lancer sedan goes on sale in March of 2007 while the high performance, next generation Lancer Evolution will be available in the first quarter of 2008. 2008 ... Read More »

Honda Accord Coupe Concept Poised to Reset Segment Benchmark

Detroit, Michigan — The Honda Accord Coupe Concept reveals a totally new look for the next-generation Accord, along with key technologies for safety, fuel efficiency and performance, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Accord is Honda’s best-selling model in North America and its debut at NAIAS marks the first ... Read More »