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Today Is the Deadliest Day of the Year for Car Wrecks

Today’s date of August 2 marks the deadliest day for car wrecks on highways in the United States, according to an article by Bloomberg. 

Fatal Tesla Crash Preliminary Investigation Report Issued

The report said that performance data that was downloaded from the Tesla indicates the driver had been using traffic-aware cruise control and autosteer lane-keeping assistance, which are advanced driver assistance features that Tesla refers to as autopilot.

New Report Indicates Significant Increase in Fatally-Injured Drivers Who Tested Positive for Drugs

A new report from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) has found that in 2016, 44 percent of fatally-injured drivers with known results tested positive for drugs, up from 28 percent just 10 years prior.

Tesla: Autopilot Was Engaged Before Fatal Collision in California

Tesla continues to be in damage-control mode after a March 23 collision that killed the driver of a Tesla Model X SUV in Mountain View, Calif.

Icy Conditions Lead to Wicked Collisions on I-44 in Missouri

Icy road conditions led to a series of wicked collisions – including a 30-vehicle pileup – this past Sunday on Interstate 44 in Missouri.

Traffic Safety: Do You Live in a Green State or Red State?

To highlight the need for more consistent safety regulations from state to state, the group Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety has released its 15th annual “Roadmap of State Highway Safety Laws.”

Transportation Secretary on Autonomous Vehicles: Trump Administration Will Find Path to Innovation

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao promised that the federal government will work with the automotive industry on a path of innovation for self-driving vehicles.

Indiana Bill Would Prohibit Installation of Unsafe Used Tires

Indiana lawmakers are considering a proposed bill that aims to prohibit tire and automotive service businesses from installing unsafe used tires on vehicles.

Most Driver-Friendly States in the Nation

The National Council for Home Safety and Security has aggregated a number of data points to provide a snapshot of the most driver-friendly states.

Ohio Bill Prohibits Installing Unsafe Used Tires

The legislation is supported by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA), which has deemed the passing vote as an important step towards consumer protection from worn-out, damaged or improperly repaired used tires.