‘Black Box’ Ruling Generates Unexpected Uproar
Groups across the industry spectrum have reacted negatively to a new federal rule to standardize minimum requirements for "black boxes" in vehicles. Safety advocates say the rule is inadequate while privacy groups are concerned about "spying" issues; automakers feel the rule is too vague and implementation would be costly.
Ford Expecting Big Drop in Fleet Sales
With production of Taurus ending, Ford says fleet sales will drop by double-digit percentages in 2007
Fleets Can Manage Insurance Costs
Fleets can control their insurance premiums by hiring good drivers, monitoring their behavior and training them to put safety first.
Much Safer Compacts Still Lose in One-on-One with SUVs
Even with the most advanced technology, in a confrontation between different sized vehicles, Goliath wins
Chevy HHR Panel to Target Medical Labs, Urban Delivery
Production of Chevrolet's new HHR Panel model is planned for next March. It is expected to appeal to medical laboratories, delivery services and other firms needing a small urban delivery vehicle with a flat floor. The main benefit is that the vehicle's contents are hidden from view.
