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Accomplishments

CAS counts numerous far-reaching efforts among its successes^[1]:

• "Lemon Laws" enacted in all 50 states
• State laws requiring auto manufacturers to disclose "hidden" warranties to consumers
• The Firestone tire recall
• Exposure of a potentially lethal gas tank design in General Motors pickup trucks
• Recall of the Ford Pinto due to its dangerous gas tank design
• Improved U.S. highway safety standards

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External Links

• The Center for Auto Safety — official website

Notes

1. ↑ About Us. The Center for Auto Safety. URL accessed on 2006-02-26.

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