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1966 Cars Face Safety Rules As Congress Debates
In Washington the American Trial Lawyers Association urged immediate mandatory safety features for all new cars, claiming 1966 models are no safer than those from 1940. They cited collapsible steering wheels, energy absorbing bumpers, shatterproof glass, interior padding, and head rests as essential to save thousands of lives. The group pushed for federal standards within two years, criticizing industry delays in safety research. Hoffa and Scalise supported federal action, urging clear standards and inspections. debate touched on dealer compliance and annual inspections along highways.
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House Commerce Committee
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