Jun 30, 2009
Bridgestone Recalls 127,183 Firestone Tires
WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations is recalling 127,183 Firestone FR380 tires (size P235/75R15) manufactured from Sept. 9, 2007 through July 2, 2008. full story

Jun 30, 2009
LAPD Uses DNA to ID Car Burglary Suspects
LOS ANGELES --- Normally, DNA evidence is used to solve only violent crimes because of the expense involved. But LAPD detectives recently used DNA evidence to identify three suspects in downtown car burglaries, the L.A. Times reported. full story

Jun 30, 2009
Rhode Island Considers Collision Repair Appraisal Bill
PROVIDENCE RI --- The Rhode Island General Assembly is considering a bill that would require an independent appraisal of any vehicle collision damage that exceeds $2,000. full story

Jun 30, 2009
NHTSA Weighs Policy Change for Turn Signal Lights
WASHINGTON, D.C. --- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is asking for public comment on a proposed regulation that would require vehicle rear turn signal lights to be amber-colored. full story

Jun 30, 2009
$2 Million Awarded to Fight Auto Theft in Colo.
DENVER --- The Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority has received eight grant awards totaling nearly $2 million to target and combat auto theft statewide. full story

Jun 30, 2009
'Roadcheck 2009' Finds Better Safety Compliance
WASHINGTON, D.C. --- The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) said its Roadcheck 2009's record total of overall inspections and Level I inspections showed significant declines in vehicle and driver out-of-service rates, as well as a significant drop in safety belt violations. full story

Jun 30, 2009
Kumho Recalls 36,292 Tires
WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Kumho Tire USA is recalling 36,292 Kumho Mohave A/T light truck all-terrain tires. full story

From the Desk of the Safety Professional
What is your highest financial payout a result of? Absenteeism, traffic accidents, workers compensation claims, sickness—employers face many issues in the work place that effects their bottom dollar. The biggest issue may be a surprise to many. Most people believe workers compensation claims is the most significant, however, traffic accidents are a much larger issue. read full story here to find out		Dave Vance Certified Safety Professional Director of Safety Service dvance@fleetresponse.com www.fleetresponse.com

Jun 30, 2009
Driving Tips for Backing Up
Backing up is always dangerous because it's difficult to see behind the vehicle. Here are some driving tips, courtesy of the California DMV, that you may want to pass along to your drivers as a friendly reminder. full story

Jun 30, 2009
Texas Bans Cell Phone Use in School Zones
ARLINGTON, VA - Effective Sept. 1, all drivers in Texas school crossing zones are banned from talking on hand-held phones and texting, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. full story

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Jun 29, 2009
USA Awards Volvo's Ivarsson Safety Work
GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN - The world's most prestigious award in traffic safety - the US Government Special Award of Appreciation - was given to Jan Ivarsson at Volvo Cars.full story

Jun 29, 2009
Mercedes-Benz Developing 'Braking Bag' Safety Device
STUTTGART, GERMANY - In addition to the PRE-SAFE crash detection system on the Mercedes-Benz ESF 2009 S400 Hybrid experimental safety vehicle and the car's "inflatable metal" structure, there's also a full range of bags and bolsters to protect passengers in the event of a crash.full story

Jun 26, 2009
Company's Negligent Driver Check Contributes to Death
YORK, PA - Despite a background check revealing several vehicle citations, one of which reportedly led to previous job termination, York Services still hired the driver responsible for the death of a local businessman, according to York County local newspapers. full story