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The Latest

USDOT Names Members to New Motorcyclist Advisory Council

Group will advise the Secretary, NHTSA and FHWA on motorcycle transportation safety issues

NHTSA Estimates Traffic Fatalities Continued to Decline in First Quarter of 2024

Projections show an eighth consecutive quarterly decline in traffic fatalities.

USDOT Finalizes New Fuel Economy Standards for Model Years 2027-2031

New standards will save Americans hundreds of dollars at the pump over the lifetime of their vehicles.

Consumer Alert: Kia Issues 'Park Outside' Recall for Certain 2020-2024 Telluride Vehicles for Fire Risk

Owners should park vehicles outside and away from structures until the free repair is complete.

Consumer Alert: Nissan Issues 'Do Not Drive' Warning for Certain 2002-2006 Models with Recalled Takata Air Bags

Vehicle owners are advised not to drive affected vehicles until they receive the free repair.

Summer Driving Tips

Summertime usually means vacations and summer road trips. Now is a good time to review summer driving safety tips. 

NHTSA Urges the Public to Help Prevention Child Heatstroke

A reminder, Stop. Look. Lock.

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