Have you purchased a used vehicle that was previously involved in a crash? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is alerting used vehicle owners to issues involving substandard air bag inflators. These parts are typically manufactured by foreign companies with little to no reputation of quality manufacturing, sold at prices significantly lower than the […]
How it Works: Driver Assistance Technologies
More than 42,500 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Many of these incidents were related to human error. Driver assistance technologies are designed to help reduce crashes, keeping you, your passenger, other drivers, and pedestrians safe. Keep reading to find out how they can […]
CPSC Reports 33% Increase in Off-highway Vehicle Fatalities
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released its annual report on deaths and injuries from off-highway vehicles (OHVs). OHVs include all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), four-wheelers, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, and other vehicles capable of off-highway travel. Riding an OHV should be a fun experience, but it’s important to follow safety guidelines. In this article, we’re […]
Infant Risk: Weighted Sleep Products
Infant sleep can be challenging and there’s are plenty of products on the market designed to improve infant sleep. Unfortunately, many are not safe or effective. For example, weighted sleep products like wearable blankets and swaddles claim to improve sleep, but there is little evidence to support their safety and effectiveness. In fact, the American […]
Six Steps to Prevent Drownings and Drowning Injuries
Summer is a great time to relax, but it’s important to remember that water safety is critical. Taking proactive safety measures can help everyone stay safer around water. Last year, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released a report that found that drownings and drowning injuries remain high for children under age 15. The […]
