There is a lot of interesting and varied news in the world of vehicles recently. Consider the following news shorts.
*As if rising (skyrocketing) gas prices were not enough of a punishment for those who own larger vehicles - now some in the state of Texas wants to further abuse them. One news source states that legislators are considering adding a surcharge to the cost of new vehicles that fall short of the required fuel efficiency standards set by the federal government. The reason they are mulling over this additional cost is to help cover a projected budget deficit. I guess that is a way of increasing taxes without admitting you raised taxes!
*It seems that vehicle technology is changing faster than I can ever write about it. A short television news segment offered viewers a look at what they can expect in their cars in the coming year or so and there are some great ideas out there.
For instance, new voice technology will allow you to listen to your text messages and respond without ever taking your eyes off the road and hands off the wheel (like a phone conversation but better).
In addition, new technology has been designed that will allow parents more control over the speed their children can travel at and even how high the music can be played. Too, physics played a hand in the newer designs - as engineers are finding ways to disseminate the energy from a crash thereby minimizing damage to the vehicle and injuries.
Finally, a rising pop star offered this advice to his fans - don't twitter and drive.
Greg Baumgartner is a Texas personal injury lawyer and the founder of the Baumgartner law firm, which is dedicated to helping personal injury victims seek civil justice. If you would like to speak with a Houston wrongful death lawyer call the Baumgartner firm.
