| FMCSA begins efforts to improve truck safety |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
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In early 2012, President Obama signed into law the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act, also known as MAP-21. Among other things, this law provided the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration with the authority and the means to continue its efforts to improve highway safety and reduce the incidence of truck accidents across the U.S.
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| Volkswagen launches Polo GT TDI in India at Rs 8.08 lakh |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
The Europe's largest car maker has announced the launch of new Polo GT TDI today in India. The car has been priced at Rs. 8.08 lakh (ex showroom, New Delhi). With its 1.6 L 4-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, which produces 77 kW / 105 PS and 250 Nm of torque, the New Polo GT TDI is the most powerful diesel hatchback in its segment and has been engineered to provide unmatched performance ...
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| Canadian government offloads GM shares |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
The Canadian and Ontario governments will sell 30 million of their General Motors shares. Shares, worth around US$1.1-billion, will be sold in blocks through Bank of America Merrill Lynch and RBC Capital Markets. Once the stock is sold, Canada's stake will have been reduced by 21% or 110 million shares. The sale is expected to be completed by the middle of the coming week. Canada's ...
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| Honda unveils 9th-gen Accord tailored for China |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
/enpproperty--> The all-new 2014 Honda Accord sedan launched on Chinese market on Thursday with the 3-liter V-6 model exclusively for China, together with the company's new three-year or 100,000-kilometer vehicle warranty policy. "The ninth-generation Accord will elevate the industrial standard, and set the new benchmark for mid- and high-end cars... It will bring unprecedented ...
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| Dashboard MPG readings may be off |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
Digital miles-per-gallon readouts, a feature now standard on all nearly all new cars as of the 2013 model year, appear to give drivers an accurate look at real-world fuel efficiency, but may differ greatly from Environmental Protection Agency mpg estimates on window ...
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| 4 dead in Colorado flooding |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
Four people were confirmed dead and 80 were unaccounted for in the aftermath of devastating flooding that ravaged cities and towns along Colorado's Front Range. The unaccounted for are not considered missing but have not contacted family or friends, Boulder County authorities Friday told KUSA-TV, Denver. Officials in Boulder, Fort Collins and other towns warned residents to stay home, The ...
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| FMCSA begins efforts to improve truck safety |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
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In early 2012, President Obama signed into law the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act, also known as MAP-21. Among other things, this law provided the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration with the authority and the means to continue its efforts to improve highway safety and reduce the incidence of truck accidents across the U.S.
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| New Jersey court outlines rule for remote texter liability |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
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It is no secret that distracted driving is one of the most pressing threats to drivers on our nation's highways. Indeed, many states, including New Jersey, have passed legislation strictly prohibiting the practice of texting or the use of cell phones while behind the wheel.
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| MST “Abraham Lincoln” gives command to start NASCAR Trucks race |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
the inclusion of Jeff Gordon as a 13th driver to the Chase – a decision that has been met with either delight or disdain depending on your point of view. So of course, it was only fitting that Abraham Lincoln dropped in to add even more surrealism to the proceedings at Chicagoland Speedway. Tonight’s EnjoyIllinois.com 225 for the Camping World Truck Series got underway after the ...
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| Ky. Busch outruns Keselowski for Trucks win |
Sep 14th, 2013 |
Brad Keselowski at Chicagoland Speedway before running out of gas on his way to Victory Lane.It was Busch's fourth series win of the season and 17th overall spanning all three of NASCAR's national ...
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