Tag: Vehicle Safety
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Derby Police Warn Residents About Pickup Truck Thefts
Recent Surge in Pickup Truck Thefts in Sedgwick County DERBY, Kan. – The Derby Police Department recently issued a warning about a rising trend in vehicle thefts, specifically targeting pickup trucks in Sedgwick County. This alert follows several incidents of stolen pickups, including a recent case involving Derby resident Kayla Haynes. Personal Impact of Vehicle…
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Toyota SUV Explosion Rocks Van Nuys Parking Lot
Tensions Rise as Pro-Palestinian Encampment Emerges on UCLA Campus A shocking incident unfolded late Thursday night in Los Angeles as a Toyota SUV exploded in a shopping plaza parking lot, leaving devastation in its wake. The explosion occurred near the bustling intersection of Van Nuys Boulevard and Sherman Way in the heart of the Van…
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Kia and Hyundai Models Top List of Most Stolen Cars in 2023
A recent report by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) revealed that Kia and Hyundai vehicles dominated the list of most stolen cars in 2023. The report, shared on Thursday, highlighted that six spots, including the top three, were occupied by Kia and Hyundai models, indicating a concerning trend in auto theft. Social Media Trends…
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Colorado’s Click It or Ticket Campaign Results in Nearly 1,000 Citations, Statewide Seat Belt Usage Increases
Colorado’s recent Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign yielded nearly 1,000 citations for drivers failing to wear seat belts, while the state’s overall seat belt usage has shown improvement, as per the latest data available. Enforcement Campaign Details The enforcement initiative spanned 14 days from April 1 to April 14, with participation from 56 Colorado…
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Auto Theft Surge Grips Nashville Neighborhoods
Antioch Residents on Edge as Theft Rates Skyrocket In recent times, Nashville locals, particularly those in Antioch, have been grappling with a disturbing trend of car break-ins and thefts, amplifying concerns for community safety. According to preliminary data released by the Metro Nashville Police Department, the Antioch precinct witnessed a staggering 94.6% surge in auto…
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Automatic Emergency Braking Systems Under Scrutiny in Rigorous Crash Test
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a recent evaluation by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems in popular small SUVs faced a rigorous crash prevention test, revealing significant disparities in performance across different models. Test Results and Analysis The nonprofit organization conducted tests on ten popular small SUVs, assessing their ability…
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Ford Recalls 2022 Bronco Sport Over Fuel Injector Concerns
Ford Motor Co. has initiated a recall for tens of thousands of its small SUVs, citing concerns over cracked fuel injectors that could lead to potential fire hazards within the engines. The recall, announced in a notice posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), specifically targets certain models of the 2022-2023 Bronco Sport…
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Ford Recalls 43,000 SUVs Over Fire Risk
Detroit, Michigan – Ford has issued a recall for nearly 43,000 small SUVs due to the risk of gasoline leakage from fuel injectors onto hot engine surfaces, potentially leading to fires. The recall affects specific models including certain Bronco Sport SUVs from the 2022 and 2023 model years, as well as Escape SUVs from 2022,…
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Flying Tire Hits Car: North Texas Woman Narrowly Escapes Disaster
A routine commute turned into a life-threatening ordeal for a North Texas woman when her car was struck by a flying tire while she was driving home from work. The incident, though rare, highlights the dangers of road debris and the importance of vehicle maintenance. Close Call on the Highway Eulonda Cooper’s evening commute took…
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Easy Steps to Check and Address Vehicle Recalls
Last year, nearly 35 million vehicles in the United States were potentially affected by 894 safety recalls, underscoring the importance of staying informed about vehicle recalls and promptly addressing them. Despite the scale of these recalls, many drivers remain unaware of any issues with their vehicles, posing risks to themselves and others on the road.…
