The Governors Highway Safety Association, a nonprofit that represents state and local road safety offices in all 50 states, reports that deaths of 16- and 17-year-old drivers increased 19 percent in the first six months of 2012 compared with the first six months of 2011.
The report, which is based on a survey of GHSA members, found that 25 states reported an increase in 16- and 17-year-old driver deaths, while 17 states saw decreases. Eight states and the District of ...
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Teen Traffic Deaths Rose in 2012
The Governors Highway Safety Association, a nonprofit that represents state and local road safety offices in all 50 states, reports that deaths of 16- and 17-year-old drivers increased 19 percent in the first six months of 2012 compared with the first six months of 2011.
The report, which is based on a survey of GHSA members, found that 25 states reported an increase in 16- and 17-year-old driver deaths, while 17 states saw decreases. Eight states and the District of ...
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Big Auto Sales Mean Small Discounts in March
March auto sales numbers are trickling in with good news for most automakers, but bad news for consumers hoping to get a deal on a new car.
Ford reports a 6 percent sales increase compared with March 2012. The Ford Fusion sold more than 30,000 units in March, which Ford says is a record for the model. The Ford Escape also broke its best monthly sales record, selling 28 percent more models than in March 2012. Ford also says ...
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Gas Prices Spiking Early
If you've bought gas recently, this may be old news to you: Gas prices are on the rise.
MSN Autos writes, "Gas prices have reached a four-month high after surging all February in what may be a reaction to increased crude-oil prices at the end of last year, according to the latest report from the Energy Information Administration."
The average price of gas in the U.S. has increased by $.45 per gallon since Jan. 1, and though gas ...
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The 2013 Best Cars for the Money
By now, you've received (and hopefully paid) your credit card bills from the holidays. Maybe you've already filed your tax return. Maybe you're trying to stick to your New Year's resolution to save more money. No matter what your reason is, you're not the only person who has money on their mind this time of year.
Because we want to help people find cars that are not only great to own, but also great for ...
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Best Car Deals for Plowing Through Snow
With temperatures falling and a Nor'Easter taking aim at the east coast, now is a good time to find a good purchase or lease deal on a new four- or all-wheel drive truck, car or SUV. Dealers are also looking to move remaining 2012 models off their lots to make room for the 2013s, which potentially gives buyers some leverage when negotiating.
When shopping, be on the lookout for features that will help keep you safe and comfortable on ...
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