Complaint System For Auto Repairs Gets Overhaul
Consumers frustrated by auto repair problems may gain relief as government and industry officials overhaul complaint handling. The plan follows a two year study by the Office of Consumer Affairs on AutoCAP mediation, set by the National Automobile Dealers Association. Highlights include at least 50 percent consumer representation on each panel, open meetings, and dealer adherence to panel decisions. The AutoCAP panels cover new car dealers only. Consumers should shop around, check technician certifications, obtain written estimates, and inspect replaced parts. The DOT brochure Consumer Problems with Auto Repair is available free from the Consumer Information Center.
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Reagan gains with middle voters in early GOP primaries
Ronald Reagan appeals to middle income and independent voters as he builds support in early GOP primaries. AP NBC polls show moderates and independents backing him in Illinois with 41 percent and 40 percent respectively, signaling potential trouble for Carter and other Democrats in the November race.
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Swedes Back Six More Nuclear Plants In Referendum
Final results show 58 percent of 2.72 million voters endorsing the 1975 plan to complete six new reactors, while 38.6 percent favor shutting down the six existing plants within ten years. Turnout was 74.3 percent amid national debate sparked by the Three Mile Island accident.
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KC Firemen Return Home to Jobs
Kansas City union firefighters resumed duty at 31 stations after a six day strike, while 71 jailed members were pardoned by Gov. Teasdale and released. The settlement reinstates 42 firefighters from December slowdown amid ongoing contempt cases for about 700 cited workers. City costs cited range from 200000 to over 500000 as prosecutors plan further actions.
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