Car Safety and Recalls

The topic of automotive safety and recalls is centered on the rising number of traffic deaths, the dangers posed by larger vehicles like SUVs and trucks, and the specific issues related to electric vehicles (EVs). It covers a wide range of concerns including vehicle design flaws, safety features like automatic emergency braking and helmet laws for motorcyclists, and the increasing trend of unrepaired recalled vehicles being sold to consumers. Recent reports highlight the need for better vehicle design and road safety measures, especially for vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists. The content also addresses specific vehicle recalls, such as those affecting Tesla and other EVs, and the role of legislation in either protecting or potentially endangering consumers.

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Car theft went up after the pandemic and is worse in these states

But there are plenty of steps drivers can take to prevent car theft

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Car thefts have risen in the U.S. since the coronavirus pandemic and crime is much more frequent in some states.

There were more than 1.31 million motor vehicle thefts in 2023, up from around 1.23 million in 2022 and around 644,000 in 2021 when the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus a pandemic, according to the latest data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation released in Aug. 2024.

That is a rate of nearly 284 motor vehicle thefts per 100,000 people in ...

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