Truck safety waivers pushed by industry in new Congress
Frustrated after years to soften medium truck rules, firms led by Frito-Lay and FedEx secured a waiver via a House Transportation Committee drive. The measure, part of a highway bill under House Senate talks, would ease driver age, hours, and paperwork rules for delivery trucks. Critics warn it weakens safety and raises insurance losses amid opposition from insurers and consumer groups.
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Chrysler faulted over minivan rear latch safety
The NHTSA told Chrysler it is troubled by statements denying a safety problem with rear door latches on Town and Country, Caravan, and Voyager minivans from 1984 to 1994. It will monitor repairs and push clearer guidance, as at least 35 deaths are linked to liftgates opening in crashes.
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Implant makers and lawyers seek salvage of vast settlement
In Birmingham, Alabama, breast implant makers and women’s lawyers try to salvage part of a $425 billion global settlement as they abandon the full deal. A four-manufacturer plan proposes resolving lawsuits with direct offers to women next week, offering a 15 year claims window for health issues rather than 30. The total value remains uncertain and will be below the promised global settlement, which ranged from $105,000 to $14 million by age and condition.
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