Blitz, USA, a gas can manufacturer, recently filed for bankruptcy protection and announced it is closing its doors, citing frivolous lawsuits as the reason. The company faced product liability lawsuits filed by attorneys representing plaintiffs permanently injured or who have … Read More
Millions of Americans rent cars every year, and many want and expect a level of safety which is as good as or better than their cars at home. Being that rental cars are generally new models, many drivers believe they … Read More
Kaylee’s grandmother thought she was doing the best thing for her family when she researched and settled on trading in her car for a new Chevrolet Venture minivan to take her grandchildren to and from school each day. One of … Read More
Congress passed the Highway Reauthorization bill on July 2nd, which is great news for drivers who share the roadway with heavy trucks (which is to say all of us). New trucking safety provisions are included in the bill to keep … Read More
It may sound surprising, but most people do not put together that a three-year-old child can fit through a doggie door. But, the fact is, they can. And when they do, they are exposed to all sorts of dangers outside, … Read More
Cars are safer than they used to be, no doubt about it. All cars now being manufactured include frontal airbags, and almost all include some type of side airbags. But, the extent of side impact protection varies greatly, which is … Read More
NHTSA recently upgraded its investigation of the potential increased fire risk in certain model year Jeep Grand Cherokees from 1997 to 2004, which was applauded by auto safety advocates across the U.S. after years of pushing for more action in … Read More