Monthly Archives: August 2017
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News Featured Stories- August 29, 2017 76
I can't believe summer is almost over. It seems like yesterday was January first. To celebrate the end of the season we are having a Blackvue sale. Act now to receive $20 off the DR650S one and two channel dash cameras. Use coupon code SUMMER1CH at checkout to save $20 on any DR650S-1CH. Use coupon code SUMMER2CH at checkout to save $20 on any DR650S-2CH.
Blackvue Sale
Blackvue DR650S-1CH 1 Channel Dash Camera (WIFI)- 1 Channel Dash Cam upgraded from the DR650GW-1CH
- Full HD (1920 x 1080p) Video Recording
- Built-in WiFi - view and control camera from smartphone
- BlackVue Cloud - can be...
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Featured Stories- August 27, 2017 78
A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows the effectiveness of advanced driver assistance systems.
According to the one part of the study, not accounting for driver demographics, stated that lane departure warning cut the fatal crash rate 86 percent. In another analysis of the study that accounted for driver demographics, the rate of all crashes was 18 percent lower for vehicles equipped with lane departure.
"This is the first evidence that lane departure warning is working to prevent crashes of passenger vehicles on U.S. roads," Jessica Cicchino, IIHS vice president...
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News Featured Stories- August 23, 2017 145
We have seen some interesting vehicle patents lately. Remember the Google Waymo "flypaper" to prevent secondary impact? Last week the company patented tech that would allow a vehicle to soften in the event of a collision with a pedestrian. Now Toyota is getting into the mix with a transparent A-pillar patent.
Safety Tech
Traditionally A-Pillars create interfere with views during tight turns, a dangerous problem addressed in the patent, "Apparatuses and Methods for making an Object Appear Transparent." The technology uses mirrors to bend the image around the pillar. Read more here. This technology...
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News Featured Stories- August 17, 2017 41
Are you going to watch the solar eclipse on August 21st? It's estimated that 7.5 million people throughout the United States will travel up to 60 miles to experience the event. This will definitely affect traffic for everyone, including truckers. Here are some useful tips.
- With many hotels, motels and campgrounds in the path of 100 percent eclipse totality booked for months, consider other nearby locations. A travel agent or online travel booking resource can help you locate a hotel with vacancy.
- “Pack your patience” and plan for congestion on roads, especially as you get closer to locations...
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News Featured Stories- August 14, 2017 100
I am proud to announce the 2nd in our Simplesight™ wireless series. An innovative 3 channel system (two wired, one wireless), the RVS-355W is that's ideal for truck and trailer applications.
The base system includes a 7" LED monitor and waterproof heavy duty wireless backup camera. Up to two wired side cameras can be added to this system, making it both wired and wireless.
RVS-355W Simplesight™ Wireless Camera System
- 7" LED Digital Monitor with Suction Cup Mount
- Waterproof Backup Camera with Infra-Red Night Vision
- Two Wired inputs - Connect Up To...
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News Featured Stories- August 09, 2017 90
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our webinar on the dangers of drowsy driving yesterday. Missed it? Don’t worry, you can watch it below.
Drowsy Driving
Drowsy driving is a major problem. According to the CDC, an estimated 1 in 25 adult drivers (18 years or older) report falling asleep while driving in the previous 30 days.
The National Safety Council concludes that 43% of Americans admit they don’t get enough sleep to mitigate safety risks at work and on the road.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that drowsy driving was responsible for 72,000 crashes, 44,000...
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News Safety Community- August 04, 2017 99
I have good news and bad news. First the good news. According to a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, about 91% of adults always use seat belts in the front seat. Now here's the bad news. Only 72% of adults use seat belts when they are in the back of a car.
"For most adults, it's still as safe to ride in the back seat as the front seat, but not if you aren't buckled up," says Jessica Jermakian, an IIHS senior research engineer and a co-author of the study. "That applies to riding in an Uber, Lyft or other hired vehicle, too."
Oh, it's Safer?
Why the drop? The most common...
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News Featured Stories- August 02, 2017 87
We've all encountered it. You hear a car well before you see it. I've been woken up by the roar of a passing car more than once. Mustang is doing something about it. Say hello to good neighbor mode.
Good Neighbor Mode
Good neighbor mode is available on 2018 Mustang GT vehicles and enables operators to keep quite the sounds of the engine and also program quiet start-up times in advance. Also known as quiet start, Good neighbor mode is an industry-first.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1MehhS4GIw
“Active valve performance exhaust gives Mustang owners the best of both worlds – that classic Mustang...
