Making Light Trucks Safer
19 February 1998
America's Car Companies Committed to Continued Improvements in Light Truck SafetyWASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The following statement was issued by Andrew H. Card, Jr., President & CEO of the American Automobile Manufacturers Association, in response to the review of light trucks and vans by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. "America's Car Companies, Chrysler, Ford and General Motors, are leaders in the development of automotive safety technology and are committed to the safety of all occupants of all vehicles. Their light trucks and vans -- a category which includes vans, minivans, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles -- provide the utility, environmental sensitivity and safety that American consumers want. "As part of their commitment to safety, AAMA's member companies will continue to work with NHTSA and international researchers on the issue of vehicle compatibility. We look forward to participating in the international LTV Summit in Detroit May 31 - June 4. "The vehicles produced by America's Car Companies are among the safest vehicles on the road. With new safety technology coming on line, including side impact and head injury protection and air bags, our vehicles will be even safer. We will work to continue those gains in safety as we study the factors that affect vehicle compatibility. "It is important to remember that driver and passenger behavior is a critical part of the safety equation. Buckling up and properly securing kids in the rear seat are two of the best ways to make all vehicles even safer." AAMA is the trade association whose members are Chrysler Corporation, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors Corporation. The AAMA site on the World Wide Web can be reached at http://www.aama.com. SOURCE American Automobile Manufacturers Association