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Tesla Doors Probed by US Regulator After Trapping Occupants
The latest NHTSA action focuses on “a very narrow segment of Tesla vehicles” and doesn’t adequately address…

A Strange Gas-Pumping Defect Is Making $100,000 Corvettes Go Up in Flames
Michael Brooks, executive director of the Center for Auto Safety, said one potential issue is that a…

Man escapes car fire while driving, warns others about potentially deadly risk with recalls
So, what can you do? Brooks says, don’t wait for letters in the mail. Register with the…

Driverless cars hit a regulator gap
“The design and construction of an autonomous vehicle, and driver competency is intertwined,” said Michael Brooks, executive…

What a Car Recall Notice Means and What to Do
“While NHTSA isn’t out there actively doing recalls, they’re influencing manufacturers behind the scenes and pushing them…

Tesla Autopilot verdict sends a chill across the industry
“Right now, there are no regulations at all around this technology — no requirements for driver monitoring…

A Steep Mountain Drive, a Brake Failure and a Volvo Recall
Michael Brooks, executive director of the Center for Auto Safety, said he hasn’t traditionally seen a fix…

Ford has spent 18 months trying to fix quality problem that’s costing company billions
“We’ve never had a manufacturer have this many recalls at this point in the year,” said Michael…

Recalled without repairs: Why some drivers still can’t get dangerous Takata airbags fixed
“Here we are, two-and-a-half years after the initial recall was announced and they’re still having a parts…

Trump’s auto safety pick promises rapid self-driving deployment
Michael Brooks, executive director of the Washington-based Center for Auto Safety, which advocates for stringent regulations, noted…