Read Top Automotive Headlines and Articles from http://automotivenewsarticles.com en-us http://automotivenewsarticles.com/rss_feeds.htm http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/lucky-winner-gets-a-holy-ride-168891.htm Sun, 05 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT GoldenPalace.com will let someone ride in the infamous Pope Mobile for Charity. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/navigating-the-forgotten-hazards-of-summer-driving-168982.htm Sun, 05 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT By taking precautions, you should be able to safely navigate any hidden hazards arising on the road during the summertime. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/the-carphone-warehouse-and-bullguard-partner-to-deliver-free-internet-security-168845.htm Sun, 05 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT The Carphone Warehouse is today announcing a new partnership with BullGuard, specialists in user-friendly PC and mobile security solutions. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/dangers-of-distracted-driving-168777.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT In 2008, distracted driving caused nearly 6,000 deaths and injured over 500,000 people according to the National Highway Safety Transportation Administration. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/the-dangers-of-15passenger-vans-168782.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT They fishtail. They blow tires. They roll over. They're 15-passenger vans. And despite serious safety concerns, schools and churches keep using them. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/pedestrian-accidents-in-arizona-168783.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT When a pedestrian gets injured they have no airbags, seatbelts, safety cage or any other way to shield themselves from such a traumatic impact. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/huge-changes-in-california-dui-license-sanctions-for-second-offenders-168786.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT The DUI license sanctions have now been modified, allowing certain individuals in second and third time DUI situations to obtain a restricted driving privilege much faster than under the old rules. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/new-florida-law-permits-device-to-monitor-repeat-dui-offenders-168787.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT A new law will allow a person who has as many as four DUI convictions to regain their right to drive, but it includes the requirement that an ignition interlock system be installed on the vehicle. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/truck-driver-who-terrorized-colorado-neighborhood-pleads-guilty-168779.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT A trucker's recent rampage through a Colorado neighborhood points out the differences between criminal charges and truck accident liability claims. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/houston-police-use-innocent-citizens-as-human-shield-in-road-blockade-168557.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Houston attorney Michael Callahan of The Callahan Law Firm and the Texas Civil Rights Project filed suit today in U.S. District Court in Houston on behalf of Mecole Roques and Dexter Sewell against the City of Houston, the HPD Chief of Police, six Houston police officers, Harris County, and four county constables. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/jury-finds-tires-made-by-goodyear-responsible-for-2004-rv-crash-168558.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Defective tires can cause serious injury, even death, when they are the cause of car accidents. An investigation into the cause of the crash can help victims understand the accident. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/trucking-accidents-on-the-rise-in-illinois-how-you-can-be-safe-168561.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Accidents involving trucks are likely to cause serious, and even life-threatening, injury. With truck accidents on the rise in Illinois, there are precautions that can protect you on the road. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/9/greg-peters-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who--168728.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Greg Peters serves as vice president of LDI Inc. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/vividracing-updates-online-catalog-over-250-lines-of-products-now-available-168407.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT VividRacing is updating and expanding its performance and OEM online catalog to meet customer demand and company's rapid expansion. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/motive-unveils-kestrel-specs-and-manufacturing-details-168515.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT In response to the unprecedented interest in the "Kestrel Car" Motive has released more Specifications on the upcoming vehicle as well as details on the manufacturing strategy and partners. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/taking-a-summer-road-trip-be-aware-of-other-states-laws-168347.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Ensure that you are familiar with the relevant driving laws when you drive cross-country. Know that, if an accident occurs in another state, your insurance claim will probably be more complex. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/new-law-protects-new-york-bicyclists-from-passing-motor-vehicles-168348.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT New law in New York makes passing bicyclists at a "safe distance" the rule. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/minnesotas-new-campaign-to-cut-down-on-distracted-driving-168349.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT In Minnesota, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) reports that driver distraction is a leading factor in 25 percent of all accidents, resulting in 70 deaths and 350 injuries every year. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/governor-announces-crackdown-on-unsafe-trucking-practices-168352.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Driver fatigue is a contributing factor in 30-40% of all trucking accidents and studies have shown that fatigued driving is just as dangerous as driving while intoxicated. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/cdot-provides-bac-iphone-app-rubuzzed-168353.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT 'R-U-Buzzed?' is a new iPhone app from the Colorado DOT that helps estimate an drinker's blood alcohol content level. Drinkers should still be cautious when driving after drinking. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/make-labor-day-travel-free-of-auto-insurance-headaches-168550.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Online Auto Insurance advises policyholders to check with coverage providers about their protection while across state lines. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/second-hand-car-range-bigger-than-ever-on-motormartcouk-after-bumper-summer-168196.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Buying a used car made simpler than ever before with largest range of used motors offered online. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/what-is-the-best-sleep-apnea-treatment-cpap-vs-oral-appliances-a-question-of-compliance-and-effectiveness-oral-appliances-win-the-compliance-award-morbidly-obese-patients-should-attempt-cpap-168271.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT CPAP is considered the gold standard for sleep apnea treatment but poor compliance issues with CPAP often make oral appliances the best sleep apnea treatment. For the morbidly obese patient, CPAP is the best first line treatment. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/quirk-ford-celebrates-fiesta-safety-award-168358.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Ford Minicar is first to earn IIHS safety award. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/leading-used-van-retailer-anchor-vans-celebrates-the-45th-birthday-of-the-ford-transit-van-after-twenty-years-of-selling-new-and-used-ford-vans-168173.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT The first Ford Transit Van was released in August 1965, Simon Joyce, Sales Director for Anchor Vans explains the huge success of the van affectionately known as the "backbone of Britain". http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/car-warranty-company-us-direct-protect-offers-150000-additional-mile-powertrain-enhanced-coverage-168230.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT US Direct Protect and CarServiceContract.com now offer a Powertrain Enhanced Vehicle Service Contract that covers a vehicle for an additional 150k miles instead of the Industry norm of 100k miles. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/eurocar-christens-new-us-showroom-with-grand-opening-gala-benefiting-mercy-house-168272.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT On August 20th, 2010, Eurocar, the West Coast's largest independent dealer of pre-owned luxury and exotic vehicles, christened their new US showroom with an elaborate Grand Opening Gala benefiting Mercy House. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/school-bus-seat-belts-again-in-debate-168118.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT From 1998 to 2008, there were over 1,500 school transportation related fatalities according to the NHTSA. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/the-widespread-effects-of-leandras-law-168123.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT As of August 15, 2010, every New York county is required to adopt the ignition interlock program for those convicted of DWI -- and the overall cost may be more than bargained for. http://automotivenewsarticles.com/automotive_articles/2010/09/familytram-the-online-source-of-everything-automotive-for-the-whole-family-168147.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Family and car - seems like a great combination? Well, yes! Majority of families nowadays have cars parked in their garage. In fact, some of them can't do well anymore without this convenient means of transportation.