Status Report, Vol. 14: 1979
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Congressman charges air bag data favoring air bags 'suppressed' by GM
GM's unreleased information
In summary
GM reveals 'considerable progress' on air bags
Child protection discussed in national conference
Ways to protect children in crashes from IIHS president
New rule requires dynamic testing for child restraints
More state legislatures consider child restraint bills, none yet adopted
Update: FMVSS 208 evaluation [automatic restraints]
HLDI finds consistency in 'best' and 'worst' rankings
NHTSA claims success for Alcohol Safety Action Projects programs
Quoted without comment
Cars' interior hazards threaten both children, adults
Improved protection for occupants in side impacts is proposed in NHTSA new rulemaking
NHTSA proposes light truck, van braking requirements
NHTSA seeks clarification from Chrysler on request for standard exemption
Correction
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IIHS presses for Toyota gas tank investigation
NHTSA reveals plan to evaluate automatic restraints
National policies to eliminate roadside hazards on non-interstate highways are being developed by FHWA
British study suggests door latches that meet strength requirements may fail on car body
Visible traffic surveillance has continuing effect on drivers, a Swedish study suggests
Update: Brake rule proposed
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House study supports 5 mph bumper standard
New cars tested for crashworthiness ratings
Program funds may be cut
Study predicts accelerating crash toll of moped riders
GM pays record fine in Chevette fuel tank case
FHMA moves to end construction zone hazards by barring two-way traffic on one side of roadways
Child protection meetings scheduled in Washington
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Task force to study issues as DOT stand firm on automatic protection plans
Air bag suppliers pledge improved protection
NHTSA Administrator Joan Claybrook's press statement in response to GM's announcement on delay of optional air bag
Quoted without comment
Helmet law repeals linked to increased fatalities
Michigan study tests ways to make motorcyclists more visible to others on the road
Truck makers, owners, drivers discuss safety concerns in meeting sponsored by NHTSA
Small imports dominate 'worst car' list
HLDI lists 1979 'best' and 'worst' cars in collision experience
Some steering columns that meet test standards show poor performance in real-world crashes, a study indicates
NTSB proposes reforms in hazardous materials shipping
Insurer group urges states that have repealed motorcycle helmet laws to reconsider
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The human costs of air bag delay are calculated in Institute analysis
Air bags prove effectiveness in study of real-world crashes
IIHS favors change in side door strength standard
Institute asks speed limit on cruise control devices
Report examines role of suspended drivers in crashes
Correction
REPRINT: 'The Boston Globe' Onward to the tinfoil car
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Special Issue: air bags
Critical votes coming soon in House could determine air bag's future
Courts, Congress repeatedly back DOT authority to issue rules
Future of air bag industry threatened by delay of automatic protection rule
What the automatic protection standard requires
Quoted without comment: Government leaders and prominent citizens join in endorsement of the air bag
Some saved from death or serious injury give thanks for air bag protection
The myths and realities of air bags
REPRINT: 'Beehive, United Technologies magazine' Sensible Sensor
Public consistently favors automatic crash protection
Sources of information
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Public meeting called on heavy truck safety
Surgeon-General warns of drug-alcohol interaction
Two new reports gauge impact of increased moped use
Consumer product safety commission staff members recommend cautionary labels minibikes
REPRINT: 'Pediatrics' of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Modern Motor Milestones [child-size motor vehicles should not be manufactured]
Auto warranty bill to provide relief for 'lemon' owners
Automatic, manual belts compared in claims data from HLDI
DOT units propose central safety agency in each state
IIHS points out barriers to full use of National Driver Register
Quick action predicted for truck safety bills
Quoted without comment
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Crash tests at speeds above standard requirements by NHTSA indicate a step toward ratings
Research urged into speed limiting devices
NHTSA studies proposal for plastic fuel tanks
Collision loss payments climb for 1979 models
Senate votes to reduce auto bumper test requirement to 2.5 mph
GAO criticizes electric vehicle program
Advanced subcompact electric car unveiled by Dept. of Energy
Former CA Congressman heads crash protection committee
Claybrook responds to the air bag critics
Update: Automatic restraint delay rejected
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Belt use laws result in higher belt use rate but have limited impact on death rate, IIHS researchers report
NHTSA challenges GM air bag price estimates
California study probes causes of motorcycle crashes
Eggs are unbroken, but car damaged in parking lot collision between shopping cart and car
Institute urges no delay in multipiece rim rulemaking
Studies dispel myths about sodium azide, chemical used in air bag inflators
Organization includes air bag makers
Insurance commissioners reaffirm automatic protection support
National driver register scrutinized by NHTSA and NTSB
Use of tranquilizers linked to increased crash risks
NHTSA studies possible defects in hatchbacks
Auto repair costs continue to skyrocket
Update: Long hours and truckers
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Consumer savings greater with 5 mph bumpers that with 2.5 mph bumpers, NHTSA determines after analysis
Trend to lower drinking ages is reversing, 8 states now have increased age requirement
Benefits of regulation cited in speech by member of Consumer Product Safety Commission
Safety board warns against hazards of customized interiors of vans
Gas cans can be 'dynamite' in the trunk
Correction
House committee endorses automatic restraints
Congressmen renew protest over unannounced GAO inquiry
Safety board urges speed limits for ambulances
Update: Helmet law repeal
REPRINT: 'The Washington Post' Crime waves on the roadways
Surprise truck check in Midwest reveals widespread safety violations
Virginians favor automatic restraints
NHTSA withdraws Maverick, Comet defect finding
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IIHS study shows 5, 7.5 mph bumper benefits
Institute petitions for motorcycle lighting rule in which lights shine whenever ignition is on
Institute urges action for child protection at Congressional hearing
Claybrook to push for action on FMVSS 201, standard regarding child occupants
Crash-test photos: mother with infant in lap, children in station wagon
'Human cargo' needs packaging, too, Institute president says at hearing
Vehicle occupant ejection seen as greatest hazard, reports NHTSA study
FARS data identifies motorcycles, light trucks, and vans, and heavy trucks as most responsible for recent surge of crash deaths
Quoted without comment
HLDI reports on 1979 model collision loss experience
Ford Maverick, Comet crash fire hazards found
Occupant restraint terms changing; now 'manual' and 'automatic' rather than 'active' and 'passive'
Failure to use driver register could make states and officials liable for some driver's actions, states advised
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Effects of federal safety program indicated in highway fatality statistics developed by IIHS
NHTSA says car makers have committed to offer optional air bags
Motorcycle, truck safety highlighted in NHTSA's revised 5-year plan
Five-year plan for highway safety research, development, and demonstration programs proposed
Motorcycle helmet law repealed again and is under attack in 6 other states
Comments invited on motorcycle helmet issue
REPRINT: 'Washington Star' Helmetless, or headless, motorcyclists?
OSHA proposes multipiece rim servicing rules to protect tire workers
Supreme Court restricts police random vehicle checks for license and registration
NHTSA evaluation plans for passive restraints called 'unorganized', NTSB observes
Update: Designated seating positions
Institute films with highway safety message viewed by nearly 20 million nationwide
NHTSA releases 9 "issue papers" detailing the agency's position on critical highway safety matters
Study indicates contoured concrete median barriers reduce crashes
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Congress urged to avoid bumper rule change until reliable data is available
Potential closing of WV steel bumper plant collapses as argument for change in bumper standard
New technologies show promise of bumper improvements as witnesses testify before Congress
IIHS calls bumper studies 'fatally flawed'
1978 Status Report index available
IIHS reports more multipiece wheel mishaps to NHTSA
Drunk-driving programs fail to significantly reduce alcohol-related crash deaths, two new studies report
Institute study shows helmet laws increase use rates
NHTSA receives critical comments on moped recommendations
Traffic lights switched to flashing cycle at night may lead to more crashes, research indicates
Final VIN rule issued by NHTSA
Type of vehicle and information in VIN
NTSB recommends emergency vehicle driver training after high-speed ambulance crash in New Hampshire
Safety board urges improvements in highway concrete median barriers
Update: Speed ceiling comments sought
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Special Issue: children in crashes
NHTSA sponsors regional restraint workshops
Child restraint rule changes expected this summer
Growing number of states study child-restrain bills
Hearing to reconsider bumper standards
Institute view of child protection issues
Restraints for handicapped children ineffective, research shows
Research tests indicate hazards of on-lap travel
School bus flammability to be reviewed
REPRINT: ‘Parents Magazine’ Unsafe at any age? Children and car safety
Study reveals high risk for infant riders in cars
Australian child restraint laws have not produced the benefits of adult laws, study reports
Free fall study misinterpreted, IIHS tells NHTSA
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NHTSA opens bumper rule review
Rulemaking begins in effort to curb multipiece rim hazards
NHTSA issues questions for comment on bumper standard
IIHS president urges built-in vehicle speed ceilings
NHTSA to study built-in vehicle speed ceilings
Quoted without comment
NHTSA prepares new truck braking standard
New leadership of highway advisory committee appointed
Update: Delayed upgrading of standard criticized, visibility rulemaking extended
Points of concern on multipiece rims listed as NHSTA solicits rulemaking comments
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U.S. court upholds passive restraints ruling
School bus inspections reveal carbon monoxide dangers to children
Poll finds public wants faster auto safety pace
HLDI studies van, pickup, utility vehicle losses
Despite law, few Puerto Ricans use belts
Analysis of 1980 budget shows DOT spending remains close to 1979 levels
NHTSA five-year plan to be revised with emphasis on heavy truck safety
DOT survey finds approval for passive restraint and state belt-use laws
Safety review team reports roadside hazards and widely varying improvement practices among states
Two federal agencies plan rear underride rules requiring guards on heavy trucks
Iowa legislature urged to reconsider helmet law
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Proposed RRR standards are opposed by National Highway Safety Advisory committee and National Transportation Board
NHTSA opens campaign for motorcycle helmet laws
Longer caution light may reduce traffic conflicts
NHTSA aims for multipiece wheel rule in 1980
Update: Passive restraint attack, VIN plan challenged
Sweden finds high rate of auto defects, nearly 2 out of every 3
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Congressmen protest unannounced review of passive restraint ruling
HLDI ranks best and worst ’78 models on collision loss record
Two federal agencies study multipiece wheel problems, indicate coming action
Seat belt use declines 14 percent; discomfort and inconvenience cited
Safety and property damage standards cost $5.75 per car in ‘79
Large response to proposed child restraint upgrading
Federal agencies reach agreement on emergency medical services
New members join Institute board
Motorcycle crash deaths far more frequent among unhelmeted riders, says North Dakota study
Auto makers protest seating position rule as NHTSA seeks to redefine meaning and ensure belts for all passengers
Update: VIN revision supported by IIHS
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