The proposal to establish new fuel economy standards for light trucks is just one component of the administration's comprehensive approach to improving vehicle fuel economy.
This study is indeed good news. But we must never let our guard down, especially in educating new parents.
The data does not support Firestone's contention that Explorers stand out from other SUVs with respect to its handling characteristics following a tread separation,
He's unencumbered by balancing the various things we have to balance in government. For them, it's not about cost-benefit.
Though we can't rest until seat belt use is 100 percent in this country, ... I am nevertheless pleased that we've reached another milestone.
The reason we are emphasizing this issue so much is still because this is a problem that continues to produce about a third of our occupant fatalities every year, ... even though they are less than three percent of our crashes.
One criticism I have is that I always encourage them not to get out in front of the science.
Overall the ratings are positive, but there is room for improvement. Ultimately, we hope all seats will achieve an 'A' rating.
With literally thousands of combinations of vehicles and seats, it is understandable that some compatibility issues would arise.
I urge NHTSA to issue a consumer advisory detailing the life-threatening hazards of certain Ford model trucks, which are prone to speed-control deactivation switch failure and related engine compartment fire.