May 14, 2008
Ford Recalling Over 605,000 Trucks
WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 605,000 2005 and 2006 F-150 pickups and Lincoln Mark LT trucks because of a brake hose problem that could cause the vehicles to lose braking power, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported. full story

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May 14, 2008
Smart Car Performs Well in Crash Tests
ARLINGTON, VA --- In recent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests, the 2008 Smart Fortwo, the smallest car for sale in the U.S. market, earned the top rating of "good" for front and side crash protection. full story

May 14, 2008
Tornado Deaths Show Danger of Taking Shelter in Cars
SENECA, Mo. --- Over the weekend, more than a third of the 22 people killed by the tornado that swept across Oklahoma and Missouri died in cars, according to the Associated Press. full story

May 13, 2008
Insurance Auto Auctions Adds Delaware Facility
WESTCHESTER, Ill. --- Insurance Auto Auctions Inc., a leader in automotive total loss and specialty salvage services in North America, announced the acquisition of Joe Horisk’s Salvage Pool in Newcastle, Del. full story

May 14, 2008
Highway Crash Injuries Continue to Decline
SEVERNA PARK, Md. --- The number of people injured in crashes on U.S. highways has declined every year since 1995, Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters announced this week. full story

May 14, 2008
Highway Safety Group Urges Motorists to Slow Down
WASHINGTON, D.C. --- As millions of Americans take to the roadways for the busy Memorial Day Weekend and summer driving season, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) reminds drivers that slowing down will not only reduce the amount of money they have to spend on gas, but also could save their life. full story

May 14, 2008
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Acquires Specialty Risk
ITASCA, Ill. --- The newly acquired company specializes in occupational accident insurance, corporate and fleet workers compensation, physical damage and non-trucking liability insurance for independent contractors, fleet and company drivers, and motor carriers in the transportation field. full story

From the Desk of the Safety Professional
Inadequate Rest Suggests Increased Distractions The National Safety Council "Safety & Health" publication is commonly referred to by employers to enlighten shop, office, factory workers, and often themselves. For example, a current article examines the top five occupations with the highest fatality rate in 2006. read full story here to find out		Dave Vance Certified Safety Professional Director of Safety Service dvance@fleetresponse.com www.fleetresponse.com

May 14, 2008
Linde North America Honored for Fleet Safety
MURRAY HILL, N.J. --- Linde North America, a leading gases and engineering company, has been recognized by the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) for fleet safety in 2007. full story

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