Department of Transportation Recommends Updated Safety Rating System for New Vehicles
Proposed series of changes would modernize NHTSA’s current standards. Under the current program, NHTSA crash tests new vehicles and rates their ability to protect occupants in frontal, side and rollover crashes.
US House Committee Holds Hearing on Vehicle Safety
Hearing spurred by the recent series of major recalls as well as the continued development of new vehicle technologies.
Massachusetts Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board Adopts Advisory Ruling on Repair Standards
Board addresses used parts and appraisal cost negotiation in new ruling, saying in regard to unfit used parts “the insurance company shall be responsible for the costs of restoring the parts to usable condition.”
Health & Safety: You, Me and PPE
Before you make the decision not to don that piece of protective equipment, let’s consider your risks and your role regarding PPE in the workplace.
U.S. Senate Bill Aims to Establish New Standards for Automobile Hoods, Bumpers
S. 1467 would require the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to establish new standards for bumpers and hoods in order to reduce the number of pedestrian injuries and fatalities.
Honda Releases New Consumer Safety Video
Video points out the importance of having a collision-damaged vehicle repaired in a safe and proper manner using the correct tools, equipment and repair standards.
House Bill Introduced to Improve Vehicle Safety
Legislation introduced partly in response to recent automaker safety issues and airbag defects.
Health & Safety: Training, It’s a Good Habit
You may already do periodic safety training, but now is a good time to brush up on your current practices and make improvements where necessary.
Congress Introduces Vehicle Safety Bill
Bill sponsors say it will enhance oversight, improve information-sharing and promote safety of American cars.
CAPA Teams Up with IIHS to Develop Aftermarket Parts Standards
Development of 501 Bumper Standard included extensive testing and examination of CAPA-certified parts to evaluate safety and efficiency.
