As traffic fatalities spike in the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal agency in charge of auto safety is struggling with a growing backlog of safety rules ordered by Congress that are years overdue and estimated to save thousands of lives. A governors’ highway safety group says the United States faces a “car crash epidemic” at the… Continue reading Backlog in Federal Safety Rules Amid U.S. Car Crash ‘Epidemic’
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U.S. Regulators to More Closely Monitor Advanced Driver Safety Systems
U.S. regulators on Tuesday said they would keep a closer eye on the automotive industry as it rolls out advanced driver safety systems, tracking the new technologies to spot potential defects faster. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued an order requiring automakers and operators of vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance or automated… Continue reading U.S. Regulators to More Closely Monitor Advanced Driver Safety Systems
NHTSA Launches SaferCar App to Deliver Safety Info to the Public
The United States Department of Transportation today announced the launch of a redesigned mobile app, SaferCar, by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration with an emphasis on safety and convenience for the public. Available for both iOS and Android, it allows users to save their vehicles, car seats, equipment, or tires in a virtual garage… Continue reading NHTSA Launches SaferCar App to Deliver Safety Info to the Public
U.S. Safety Agency Won’t Seek Recall of 56 Million Takata Air Bag Inflators
The U.S. government’s highway safety agency will not force automakers to recall 56 million newer Takata air bag inflators, citing industry research that shows the devices are safe. Instead, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Thursday it will keep monitoring the devices and take action if necessary. At least 25 people have been killed… Continue reading U.S. Safety Agency Won’t Seek Recall of 56 Million Takata Air Bag Inflators
NHTSA to Investigate Fatal Tesla Crash In California
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or NHTSA announced that it will investigate a fatal crash involving Tesla Inc. vehicle on December 29 in Southern California. Two people died and two others were injured in the crash between a 2019 Tesla Model S and a 2006 Honda Civic. As per reports citing law enforcement,… Continue reading NHTSA to Investigate Fatal Tesla Crash In California
Crash Fatality Data Shows A 2.4% Decline in Deaths in 2018
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today released highway crash fatality data for 2018, showing a 2.4 percent decline in overall fatalities, the second consecutive year of reduced crash fatalities. Under this Administration and Secretary Chao’s leadership, the USDOT has focused on safety as its top priority. “This is encouraging news,… Continue reading Crash Fatality Data Shows A 2.4% Decline in Deaths in 2018