Crash Test Dummies Made Cars Safer (for Average-Size Men)

NEW YORK TIMES

Today, if a woman in the United States gets into the driver’s seat of most cars, she is 73 percent more likely than a male driver to be severely injured if the car crashes. She is also 17 percent more likely to die. Fatality and injury risks are also higher for older adults, heavier adults and children than it is for young to middle-aged men who weigh around 170 pounds. read more »

Ford recalls nearly 185,000 F-150 trucks over driveshaft issue

DETROIT NEWS

Ford Motor Co. is recalling nearly 185,000 F-150 pickup trucks over an issue with the vehicle's driveshaft that could increase the risk of a crash, according to documents filed with federal safety regulators this month. read more »