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Larger Trucks Will Lead to More Deaths, Damage to Roads, Bridges
By admin - Posted on May 15th, 2008
Risks, Costs Far Outweigh Claimed Productivity Gains; Statement of Joan Claybrook, President of Public Citizen
May 14, 2008 -- This statement was given at a news conference.
Thank you for joining us this morning. Today, we are here to make the case against allowing bigger, heavier and longer trucks onto our highways.
Truck crash: Photo by Daniel Gasienica (CC)
I’m joined by several people who have lost loved ones in crashes involving large trucks and a state trooper who was injured in a serious truck crash while protecting the public. They will share their stories with you. » read more »
New National Poll Shows Americans Dislike Larger, Heavier Trucks on U.S. Highways
By admin - Posted on May 15th, 2008
Majority Opposes Changing Laws to Allow Bigger Rigs; Safety Advocates Warn of More Deaths, Damage to Roads and Bridges
May 14, 2008 -- WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new national survey shows that Americans overwhelming oppose efforts by the trucking and shipping industries to relax safety standards and allow longer and heavier trucks on the nation’s highways, a coalition of safety groups announced Wednesday. » read more »
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