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The Seat Belt’s Hall of Fame Induction is Long Overdue

October 30, 2025 By Tech Help

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The humble seat belt — one of the most important safety innovations in automotive history — is finally getting its due. … [Read more...] about The Seat Belt’s Hall of Fame Induction is Long Overdue

Sign This Petition to Remove Toxic Chemicals from Interiors

May 23, 2024 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Consumer Reports is calling on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to update its standards for flame-retardants used on auto upholstery, which have been shown to cause cancer. … [Read more...] about Sign This Petition to Remove Toxic Chemicals from Interiors

Jeep’s Roof, Roof, Roof is on Fire!

August 26, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) wants to know why headliners in the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee keep catching fire. It's opened an investigation into the matter after receiving complaints from vehicle owners. … [Read more...] about Jeep’s Roof, Roof, Roof is on Fire!

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