Category Archives: Useful Information

Car Lift fatalities in OSHA’s cross-hair

To reduce injuries and fatalities associated with the operation of automotive lifts, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is launching a local emphasis program in Hawaii, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa in July.

SAE: Controversial refrigerant is safe

SAE says a person is 20,000 times more likely to die in a plane crash than be exposed to a vehicle fire caused by a leak and ignition of HFO-1234yf.

SAE International, after a new round of tests, said a controversial refrigerant favored by most automakers is safe for use in mobile air conditioning units.

2 Years and Still No Oil and gas industry emission rules ready from Ottawa

RM Auctions Ferrari 275 GTB 4 NART Spyder

The oilsands are Canada’s fastest-growing source of greenhouse gases, which make it harder for Canada to hit its 2020 greenhouse gas reduction target of 17 per cent below 2005 levels. (Jeff McIntosh/Canadian Press)

windshield wipers start of pedestrian safety push led by Honda

windshield wipers start pedestrian safety push led by Honda

Occupants of a car are protected by seat belts, airbags and dashboards devoid of sharp objects. A pedestrian’s only defense generally is to get out of the way.

Big Charity Car Boot Sale at Castle Combe on Sunday

Sunday 7 July will see another of Castle Combe Circuit’s famous Car Boot Sales, held to raise money for local charities.

Established over 25 years ago with the aim of providing a high quality location, an enjoyable morning out and to raise funds for local good causes, it’s estimated that over well £200,000 has been donated by visitors over the years with over £9000 raised in 2012 alone.