Recent news has the consumer population clamoring about whether or not the cars we drive are really safe. Forbes came out with an article on July 30, 2007 by Bengt Halvorson titled “Top 20 Most Dangerous Vehicles,” that uncovered some unnerving facts about pickup trucks in general. According to the article, “Pickups as a class have the highest rate of…
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Chinese Cars Arrival Delayed
Over the past year, much has been written about various Chinese automakers and the pending introduction of their vehicles to the U.S. market. Manufacturers such as Chery and Geely have been mentioned most frequently with a few smaller automakers also receiving some press. Originally, it appeared that both manufacturers would import their vehicles some time around the summer of 2007,…
Summer Safety Tips For Children
Summer is a fun time, but it’s also a time when a lot of accidents happen. Here are some ways to keep your children safe this summer. Water safety. If you have a pool or plan to be around the water at all, then make sure you’ve got all security devices in place. All gates must be locked, and alarms…
What Is The Safest Seat In An Airplane
A question often asked by anxious airplane passengers is this: What is the safest seat in an airplane? The answer: none. Because accidents can erupt at any spot within the aircraft. Some people are of the opinion that the nearer one is seated to an emergency exit, the safer one is. Sadly, that is not absolutely true. A fire can…
6 Tips For Safe Online Dating
There is no doubt that online dating can put you in touch with some great people and you may just end up finding your Prince Charming or Dream Girl as the case may be. However, online dating is not without its risks. This is why I have put together these online dating safety tips which will help you to have…
High Visibility Work Wear
The right kind of work wear in any industry or factory is important to provide ease and comfort and most importantly, safety. High visibility work wear is therefore a necessity for workers working in and around roads and other areas with high traffic. The purpose behind high visibility work wear is in the name itself; ensure that the person is…
Chain Saws Choosing And Using Your First Saw
How do you choose and use a chain saw? There are a vast range of saws available in a range of sizes and powers, from small, electric chain saws that are only designed for light pruning work, up to massive petrol powered machines that can be used all day to fell trees. All chain saws are powerful and can cause…
The Rules Of Go Kart Survival
Back in the olden days, when the only go kart tracks in the neighborhood were located at the nearby family fun centers, accidents were few and far between. But with the specialized go kart tracks and the higher speeds we see today it is wise to be aware of and to follow a few simple safety precautions. With the lower…
Bunk Beds Safety Checklist When Shopping
Buying a bunk bed should not be a “window shopping” type purchase. You must do your research before handing over your credit card number to the store. Be sure to shop many different stores both online and brick and mortar. Just because Bunk Beds look great doesn’t mean that they will be safe and secure and built with quality materials…
Cheap Insurance For A New Car
If you’re hoping to get cheap insurance for a new car, you need to take the following into consideration before you actually purchase the car. Find out if your car is one that is often stolen. Many companies provide reports each year listing the “Top Most Stolen Vehicles” of that year. Regardless of how much you love that four-wheel drive…