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Fleet Safety Tip of the Week: The Dangers of Running Near Empty

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May 16, 2013

May 15, 2013
NTSB Recommends Changing Legal Standard for DUI
The National Transportation Safety Board on May 14 voted to recommend that all 50 states lower the blood-alcohol content (BAC) DUI threshold from 0.08 to 0.05. full story

May 13, 2013
Fleet Safety Tip of the Week: The Dangers of Running Near Empty
Here's a AAA video that explains the risks involved when drivers procrastinate a trip to the fuel pump and "roll the dice" by letting the fuel gauge get close to "E." full story

May 15, 2013
Chrysler Recalling Certain Jeeps and RAM 1500 Trucks
Chrysler Group is issuing three separate recalls affecting a total of 301,283 vehicles. The largest of the three recalls affects 295,345 Jeeps. full story

Discounted Hotel Rates Secured for Fleet Safety Conference Attendees
A discounted rate has been secured for Fleet Safety Conference attendees and exhibitors at the headquarters hotel (the Renaissance Schaumburg). Book your room by Tuesday, June 4, to lock in your rate.

Risk Management Session Added to Heavy Duty Truck Track
“CSA and Risk” has just been added to Fleet Safety Conference’s Heavy Duty Truck track. This session will discuss the evolution of risk management in the face of FMCSA’s new CSA program. “CSA and Risk” will take place Wednesday, June 26, at 3:15pm.

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May 15, 2013
Fleet Safety Conference to Feature Sessions on Creating a Fleet Safety Culture
The 2013 Fleet Safety Conference, scheduled for June 25-27 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, in Schaumburg, Ill., will feature four educational sessions that focus on getting company colleagues on board with a fleet safety program. full story

May 15, 2013
Subaru Recalling Outback and Legacy Vehicles
A potential steering problem has prompted the recall of 5,379 2013 model-year Outback and Legacy vehicles. full story

May 9, 2013
2013 Nissan Leaf Gets IIHS 'Top Safety Pick' Recognition
The 2013 Nissan Leaf earned a Top Safety Pick recognition level from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The vehicle earned ratings of “Good” in IIHS’ front, side, rollover, and rear crash tests. full story

From the Desk of the Safety Professional
"Cruise Control" Cruise control can be beneficial when used under proper road, climate and traffic conditions. It enables you to maintain a safe speed without keeping your foot on the gas pedal thereby reducing driver fatigue during a long trip. While there are benefits it is important to know when it is appropriate to use the system. Read More...		Dave Vance Director of Safety Service dvance@fleetresponse.com www.fleetresponse.com

May 13, 2013
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Acquires 23 Precision Collision Auto Body Centers
ABRA Auto Body & Glass said it has acquired 23 Precision Collision Auto Body repair centers in the Seattle metro area and throughout Washington. full story

May 9, 2013
NSC Says Number of Fatal Crashes Caused by Cell Phone Use Underreported
The National Safety Council (NSC) conducted a study, funded in part by Nationwide Insurance, which reviewed 180 fatal crashes from 2009 to 2011. The study found a number of cases of underreporting of cell phone use in crashes in federal and state data. full story

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