For 2010, the Toyota Corolla adds electronic stability control to its list of standard safety features; it was previously optional.
All 2010 Corollas have front and side airbags, along with curtain side airbags designed to provide head protection for both front- and rear-seat passengers. Also s
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If you have to drive in these conditions, then here are some tips to help you to complete your journey safely.
Fog can be one of the most dangerous weather conditions to drive in, and should be avoided if possible. Minor accidents can quickly escalate as other drivers can not anticipate difficu
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Inflatable seatbelts? Really? As with anything new, there is always an element of skepticism and uncertainty. However, Ford has designed inflatable seatbelts for backseats with safety in mind. Production is expected to start in the next-generation Ford Explorer sometime in 2010.
So, what exact
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Leg and ankle injuries are common types of injuries that can occur in car accidents. Unfortunately, most leg and ankle injuries that are caused by car accidents are serious injuries because of the velocity of impact. The driver is particularly susceptible to ankle and leg injuries in car acciden
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Vauxhall has pretty much completely redesigned the new Astra, making it more along the lines of the Insignia while still keeping it a separate design. This new design has a bit more of a luxury feel to it, even though it is still a compact car with pricing suited to those who are on a budget. Th
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Since their inception, the importance of seat belt use while driving an automobile has been very publicly discussed and impressed upon drivers. Seat belt use alone can be the difference between life and death in the event of a serious car crash.
Air Bags and Seat Belts
When air bags were f
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If you suffer from shiftwork fatigue then you might relate to the following story. You see, as shiftworkers we are prone to suffering from constant fatigue - in fact it is something that we battle with each and everyday.
We have to put up with disrupted sleeping patterns, a lack of energy to
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Anyone who has witnessed a car accident knows how traumatic the event and accident scene can be. There are often seriously damaged cars and injured people. When witnessing a car accident, one has a moral duty to report what they saw and heard to the police. A car accident witness is an essential
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When you lock your keys in your car, the first thing to remember is not to panic. A professional locksmith has several options for ways to get into your vehicle and retrieve your keys. Automakers have significantly improved the security on modern vehicles making it extremely difficult to get ins
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Immediately after an accident, shock and confusion can make anyone forget to use their common sense. But there are certain steps you absolutely must take, beginning the instant after the accident. If you miss that opportunity, you will never have a chance to completely correct your mistake. Reme
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