The False Economies of Driver Reimbursement

Driver reimbursement continues to be the wrong choice for commercial fleets for a number of reasons, ranging from HR issues and corporate safety concerns, liability exposure and tax consequences to employees.

NHTSA Rule to Regulate Black Box Devices

Privacy, safety concerns prompt lawmakers reconsider all types of car-tracking devices; five states currently have regulations in place.

Milan Adds Safety Features for 2007

Anti-lock brakes, traction control, safety and security package now standard; 2007 Milan also has best-in-class storage space.

Ford Increases Safety Features for 2007

Safety Canopy rollover detection system now standard on Expedition; crash avoidance technology, new seatbelts in development at Ford.

Take Part in a Major Safety Survey

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is looking into safety culture and certification programs for CMV operators.

SafetyFirst Hosts First Annual Insurance Partner Meeting

Device Gives Drivers Hands-Free E-mail Access

While lawmakers and researchers push for rules limiting cell phone use while driving, makers of new device say hands-free systems improve safety.

2007 Dodge Caliber Earns Top Safety Ratings

New Caliber receives top ratings in government crash tests for side, frontal impacts.

Inspectors Suspended Over Big Brother GPS Fears

In Massachusetts, 20 state building and engineer inspectors were suspended for refusing to take GPS-enabled cell phones from the public safety commissioner.

Impala, Avalon Tops in Side Impact Crash Tests

The Buick Lucerne and Hyundai Azera, also equipped with standard side airbags, earned the second highest rating of acceptable, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.