NHTSA drives for cellphone auto safety

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The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) intends to collect data on driver use of cellular telephone devices prior to traffic accidents. The NHTSA, which made the announcement on Jul 18, 2000, wants to collect the data in response to the accelerating use of such mobile communication equipment. The governement agency is also urging manufacturers of such devices to share their research on the safe usage of such devices to the public.

Government domestic functions, Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs, Transport Equipment Safety Regulatn, Safety regulations, Transportation equipment

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Safety groups want SUVs recalled because of tire concerns

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Consumer safety groups Strategic Safety and Public Citizen are asking Ford Motor Co to recall more than 3.4 million Explorer SUVs made since 1991, claiming the treads of Bridgestone Firestone tires used in these vehicles can peel off, especially during warm climates. Sean Kane, a partner at Strategic Safety, said rollover accidents may happen once people lost control of the SUVs since the tire treads can come off like banana peels.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Utility Vehicles, Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing, Tire Manufacturing (except Retreading), Passenger Car Tires, Ford Motor Co., Sport utility vehicles, Car tires

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Study: cellphone use isn't highest risk on highway

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A study conducted by the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis shows that the benefits of using cellphones outweigh the risks of using them while driving. The study concluded that it would be premature to restrict cellphone use. The benefits include improved peace of mind, ability to contact emergency service and reduce the response time, increased productive time and more effective apprehension of drunken drivers.

Science & research, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, Cellular Mobile Tel Equip, Wireless telephones

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