NHTSA to Require Backup Cameras on All New Vehicles by 2018
Agency says new rule will protect most vulnerable victims of backover accidents – children and seniors.
NHTSA to Host Public Meeting on Driver Distraction Guidelines
Meeting aimed at developing guidelines to combat driver distraction attributed to portable and aftermarket devices.
NHTSA Takes First Steps Toward Vehicle-to-Vehicle Technology
Organization notes technology will improve safety by allowing vehicles to “talk” to each and avoid crashes.
NHTSA Study Shows Increase in Vehicle Crashes and Fatalities
Number of total crashes increased by 5.2 percent from 2011 to 2012.
I-CAR Adds NHTSA, IIHS, CAR and Bosch Speakers to July Conference
Industry leaders will discuss key technology topics such as driverless cars and telematics July 24-25 in Boston.
NHTSA Proposes Collection of Airbag Deactivation Information
Proposal would require dealers/repair businesses to submit vehicle owner consent forms to NHTSA within seven days of completed installation.
NHTSA Proposes Change to Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Sound Standards
Proposed standard states vehicles must meet minimum sound requirement for pedestrian safety.
AAIA Meets with NHTSA on Counterfeit Airbag Issue
NHTSA agrees it should consult with aftermarket groups prior to releasing advisories on safety-related issues that impact independent repairers.
AAIA Expresses Concerns to NHTSA on Counterfeit Airbag Warning
Association’s letter states that the recent safety alerts “unfairly cast the full automotive aftermarket as culprits in the illegal sales of faulty airbags bearing counterfeit OEM logos.”
NHTSA Declares Dangers of Counterfeit Airbags
Airbags look identical to certified, original equipment, but testing has shown malfunctioning ranging from non-deployment to expulsion of metal shrapnel.