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Research is a vital tool in making a decision when purchasing a vehicle. VIN's, or vehicle identification numbers, can provide information on the background of a car including ownership, accident history, total loss and recently added value of a vehicle. VehicleHistory.com, a great choice for vehicle history reports online, provides information why researching a car’s VIN can help buyers make an informed decision when purchasing their next vehicle. (PRWEB) July 22, 2012 Created in...

John Neumann for redOrbit.com - Your Universe Online Vehicle manufacturer Ford announced a recall of 2013 Ford Escape SUVs to replace carpet padding under the driver’s seat area that could disrupt braking in the vehicle, according to the Associated Press (AP). An estimated 10,000 cars are affected by the recall. Ford explained that carpet padding was incorrectly positioned at the factory that could reduce space around the pedals potentially causing drivers to apply the brake pedal...

Funding Essential to Reduce Drunk, Distracted and Unbelted Drivers WASHINGTON, July 3, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) praised Congress today for passage of the surface transportation extension known as Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century or MAP-21. The new law extends transportation funding for a host of programs until September of 2014. These include behavioral highway safety programs addressing issues such as drunk driving,...

--MADD's Campaign Recognized as the Blueprint for Success-- WASHINGTON, July 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Federal transportation legislation (Moving Ahead for Progress, or MAP-21) approved June 29 by Congress sets in motion federal safety policy that could lead to the elimination of drunk driving as the leading cause of highway fatalities. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110412/MADDLOGO ) "Drunk driving crashes increase significantly during the July...

Broader Distracted Driving Definition Included WASHINGTON , July 2, 2012 The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) today announced that the 4(th) Edition of the Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria (MMUCC) Guideline has been posted online at www.mmucc.us. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090827/GHSALOGO) MMUCC is a voluntary Guideline that helps states determine what data to collect at the scene of a motor vehicle crash. The Guideline will, among other things,...

Top Cars for Teens driven by safety, reliability and price suggests AAA Auto Buying experts ORLANDO, Fla., June 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For most new teen drivers buying a car is likely influenced by speed, style, color and brand. For teen parents, it's a focus on safety and reliability while not breaking the bank. Unfortunately, like settling on a curfew, finding a happy medium is not so easy. AAA understands finding the right car for your teen can be a big decision...

OAK BROOK, Ill., June 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today The First Years brand from TOMY became the first car seat manufacturer to integrate a revolutionary new car seat monitoring system designed to alert parents of potentially life-threatening situations. Seamlessly built into The First Years True Fit Convertible Car Seat (for use from 5 to 65 lbs), the same line that has been recognized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with its coveted 5-Star Ease of Use...

CINCINNATI, June 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- First Student, the largest provider of student transportation in North America, recently completed its safest year ever, reducing the number of accidents, injuries and incidents significantly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, school buses are approximately 13 times safer than passenger cars and 10 times safer than walking to school. First Student's most recent safety data confirms that passengers and...

The deadly trend of texting while driving is continuing to be problematic, as over half of high school seniors admitted to the habit in a new survey. A government survey found that about 58 percent of high school seniors said they had texted or emailed while driving during the previous month. "We need to teach kids, who are the most vulnerable drivers, that texting and driving don't mix," Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said at news conference on Thursday. At the conference,...

NEW ORLEANS, June 6, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The professionals at Best Chevrolet, the premier New Orleans Chevy dealer, care about the safety of their customers. That's why they are proud to stock the 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco in New Orleans. The innovative sedan from Chevy recently received honors from both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120606/CG19597)...