“New technology has led to quieter engines and keyless ignitions in cars. But at what cost?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposed a rule in 2011 to address carbon monoxide concerns stemming from keyless cars running unintentionally.
It went nowhere.
Instead, a page on NHTSA’s website warns about leaving keyless cars running without the fob inside.
A bill filed last year in Congress – the PARK IT Act – would require regulators to finalize rules for automatic shut-off systems, but the bill never made it out of committee.”
Mesa, AZ – “Two family members were inside a garage hanging out while a car was running Saturday night and experienced carbon monoxide poisoning, one of them becoming critically ill…”
Hoping these people are going to be okay. Severe CO poisoning can happen quickly…an important reminder to never run your car inside your garage (even with the door open) and to have CO alarms on every level of your home, especially near where you sleep.
“A Ford Explorer carbon monoxide lawsuit has been dismissed after Washington police officers failed to convince the judge that multiple medical conditions were all caused by carbon monoxide poisoning.”
“Susan C. Livingston turned her grief over her parents’ (Sherry Penney and James Livingston) deaths last May into advocacy by working with longtime friend and state Rep. Lori Ehrlich to push for legislation mandating engine shutoff software for keyless ignition vehicles.”
Toledo, OR – This woman is lucky to be alive after leaving her keyless ignition vehicle running in her garage. Another example of why it’s so important to have CO alarms in your home…one on every level and near all sleeping areas.
“…with the advances in technology, there’s no reason for every one of these cars and trucks to go out there with a sensor in the cockpit that will alert the driver and send a signal to NASCAR when carbon monoxide levels get too high…”
This is an update to story of Sarasota, FL, couple found dead in home…source of CO determined to be a vehicle left running in attached garage…CO ALARMS SAVE LIVES – do you have them to protect you in your home?
“A group of quick-thinking good Samaritans helped rescue children apparently suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning after their truck got stuck in a mud hole near a Florida swimming basin…”
“Ashley could not find her wall plug-in charger because it had ended up in the washing machine, wrapped inside her comforter. So she decided to use a vehicle charger while sitting in the front seat of my husband’s Honda Ridgeline truck. It was parked in our garage…”
CO can kill within minutes. CO alarms can prevent death and injury in many environments, but there are situations such as this one where knowledge and awareness can mean the difference between life and death.
“Ashley could not find her wall plug-in charger because it had ended up in the washing machine, wrapped inside her comforter. So she decided to use a vehicle charger while sitting in the front seat of my husband’s Honda Ridgeline truck. It was parked in our garage…”
CO can kill within minutes. CO alarms can prevent death and injury in many environments, but there are situations such as this one where knowledge and awareness are the only ways to prevent harm.
“A catalytic converter would slow the exhaust getting out of the engine and limit engine power. There are no catalytic converters (or mufflers, for that matter) on stock cars.”
“NASA has close ties with the high-performance competitive driving circuit. The Agency’s latest contribution to the sport comes in the form of an air catalyst—part of a filter to keep drivers safe from the carbon monoxide lingering over the track.”
“I remember the days when after the race they had to pull you out of the car, carry you into the shower and lay you in the shower for a while,’ Ricky Rudd says. “A lot of my early days were spent that way.’
“…NASCAR crew chiefs have reported their drivers being unresponsive to directions…Showing erratic skill and even blacking out at the end of races. Some drivers fail to realize they have finished the course.”
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