Businesses fear Europe's recovery to remain timid Nov 15, 2009
7 percent in the euro countries, is also likely to put the brakes on growth. Joblessness is a so-called "trailing indicator," because people often lose their jobs only many months after the first slump in demand. (The Augusta Chronicle)
BREAKING NEWS 2 men killed in 3-vehicle crash; Kuhio Highway reopened (30) Nov 15, 2009
A bike is dumped when the rider applies brakes while in a very slow turn, or is trying to get his bike up onto (or off of) its center-stand, or is walking the bike and it gets away from him, or forgets to put the side-stand down and tries to get off the bike, or any of dozens of other 'dumb' things that lead to losing control of the bike and its laying over onto the ground. " mem_shaw wrote on Jun 21, 2009 4:21 PM:" To all the families involved. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Charleston motorcyclist takes riding to extremes Nov 15, 2009
And, I had to ride with no brakes, he said. I still get goose bumps when I think about it. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Tom and Ray say wife is right on this one Nov 14, 2009
When my husband backs my new Toyota minivan out of our driveway (he's backing it down a hill), he doesn't use the brakes ... That's what the brakes are for. (San Francisco Chronicle)
9 Dead, Dozens Injured After Train Derails in India Nov 14, 2009
Fifteen coaches of the New Delhi-bound train flew off tracks when its driver suddenly applied the brakes because of poor visibility in the region, said Vipin Kumar Pande, superintendent of police. The accident occurred near Banshkov, a village nearly 25 miles south of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan state. (Fox News)
Dump truck rolls over on Concord Avenue Nov 14, 2009
As the driver, a Lowell man, came down the hill toward Pleasant Street, the load shifted and the driver was unable to stop the truck using the vehicle s brakes. The load shifting caused the truck to roll over on the passenger s side striking a tree and landing on the stone wall. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Jogger/traffic clash prompts warning from police Nov 14, 2009
"He slammed on the brakes and started to skid. He began to fishtail and lost control of the vehicle as it ran off the road. The vehicle overturned onto the driver's side, coming to rest facing northeast toward the roadway...". No citations were issued as a result of the accident, but law enforcement officials say the joggers running abreast was the primary cause. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Road Construction Puts Brakes On Driver's Commute Nov 14, 2009
Southwest Bakersfield. Traffic Backed Up On Stockdale Highway Due To Road Construction. (KERO 23, CA)
Click to read:NASA: Spacecraft Confirms Water on Moon Nov 14, 2009
The truth is Nixon put the brakes on the Space program and it has yet to recover. It is also hard for people to realize that every aspect of our lives improves with space travel. (CBS News)
Tech.view: Computer-aided crash? Nov 14, 2009
A quick roadside fix a rubber band to keep the throttle open just wide enough to potter along allowed him to limp home by judiciously slipping the clutch and applying the brakes ... Invariably, the brakes and the steering are now power-assisted, which can cause further complications ... Unassisted, the steering and brakes could then become too heavy for the average motorist to handle. (The Economist)
Get your auto maintenance in gear Nov 14, 2009
In addition to the peace of mind that comes from having reliable tires, windshield wipers, brakes, suspension and steering systems, there are other benefits from proper car maintenance. Save yourself from expensive car repairs after an accident that could've been prevented. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
These tickets may surprise you Nov 13, 2009
That improbable description is what's written on tickets given to drivers, usually motorcyclists, nabbed for spinning their back tires while applying their brakes ... You need lights to ride at night, you need operable brakes, you need to stop at traffic lights and stop signs, and even if you start riding because you lost your automobile license, watch out. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Madeira for Winter Sunshine Nov 13, 2009
They are pushed by traditionally dressed men in white with straw hats, who are also the brakes for which they use their rubber-soled boots. The downhill ride takes about 10 minutes to cover the 2km hill. (Suite101.com)
How to Save Billions On Health Care Now Nov 13, 2009
(CBS) President Obama has stressed the importance of in order to put the brakes on galloping health care expenses that total $2. 5 trillion a year and are increasing at. (CBS News)
Student population expected to increase Nov 13, 2009
The worry is that declining revenue will mean the state will have less money to spend, which would put the brakes on new construction both those already in the pipeline and those the enrollment figures indicate will be needed soon. The School Facilities Commission has two schools in its budget for the Campbell County School District. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Driver notes Nov 12, 2009
"That's what it always does and that's what makes this place so fun. It's not freshly paved. It's not locked down. You've got to drive the cars here. Nobody's cars drive perfect here. You get one end of the track right and the other end suffers, whether it's tight or loose, and so you have to constantly adjust as a driver and that's what makes this place so much fun for us. You've got a gas pedal, a brake pedal, and a steering wheel and you're using all three a lot of times during each lap. So... (USA Today -- Sports)
HIGH COURT: Justices to ponder life imprisonment for juveniles Nov 12, 2009
"Like a car with a powerful accelerator but weak brakes, a young teenager's brain is fully developed in the part responsible for emotional arousal and sensitivity to peer pressure (the gas pedal), but the parts in the frontal lobes that control impulses and allow long-term thinking, planning, and resistance to peer pressure (the brake) are still developing.". Only two defendants who committed their crimes at age 13 Sullivan and another Florida man are serving life without parole. (USA Today)
Schueys winning car fetches millions in auction Nov 12, 2009
The car comes with numerous spare parts for brakes, chassis and transmission, plus a laptop with software package to control the car s computer, report Bild. The car is currently in Toronto, Canada, and its sellers identified only as Christian M. from Bad Homburg, central Germany, and Bernd M. from Toronto are keen to find a new home. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
The whooshing of jets Nov 12, 2009
Cloudbase Dave wrote on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 AM:" As far as the driving habits of Oregonian drivers around BIG RIG Trucks let me set the record straight!96% of ALL Truck vs. Car fatal accidents were caused by the car! This statistic is from the Oregon AAA and the Oregon State Police records. In my own experience with driving the infamous "BLOOD ALLEY" U.S. 97 I have had morons in SUV's run past my truck swerve just in front of my bumper and then slow down after passing to 40 mph! I don't know why... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Eagles top Service in overtime Nov 11, 2009
Hansen's was the game's prettiest goal, as the senior juggled the puck on his stick before putting on the brakes, cutting across the goal mouth and going backhand on West goalie Blake Mendenhall. West had the lone goal of the second period on a put-back by Beau Snelson, who beat a falling-down Gongora after Gongora had snuffed out Adam Manzer's breakaway attempt. (Anchorage Daily News)
Officers cite truckers for safety violations Nov 11, 2009
As traffic crawled by in the left lane, officers systematically pulled some of the bigger trucks aside to check their lights, brakes, exhaust systems, fuel tanks and drivers ... The officers, their hands and jumpsuits smeared with grease, stretched out on mechanic's creepers to slide under the rigs for close-ups of the brakes and tubing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Drive Car of the Year, what's it all about? Nov 11, 2009
It can automatically apply the brakes and avoid a low-speed crash altogether. The technology is not perfect but is the first step in advanced crash avoidance systems; Volvo will introduce a smarter system in 2010 that can detect and avoid pedestrians. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Delta, treat Ghanaians with respect like the rest of the world Nov 10, 2009
They just had to fix or replace the lever and (iii) the application of the brakes caused the tyres to overheat resulting in the tyres becoming flat. They needed to be replaced. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Juneau police add auto 'black box' to forensic tools Nov 9, 2009
The information can be critical to an investigation, particularly if the accident is fatal, and tell investi 00004000 gators things like how fast a vehicle was traveling and when or if brakes were applied, he said. "It's giving some information on what that vehicle was doing moments before the crash took place," Wilson said. (Anchorage Daily News)
F1 rookie happy with debut season Nov 8, 2009
You'll have to get used to huge wear on the brakes and tyres. It will be different driving a car that weighs 800 kg rather 650. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
All they needed was a car... Nov 7, 2009
Grant wants to focus on the first four: electrical, brakes, front suspension and engine repair. The shop has to be physically ready to take on that challenge, Grant said. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
2009 Ferrari California Nov 7, 2009
Stand on the brakes, floor the accelerator, drop the brakes and you re off like a pull back toy. There are no bangs or clangs sending shockwaves through the drivetrain, or any tire-shredding wheelspin, just a quickly rising crescendo of speed and gearshifts accompanied by the ethereal shriek of air and fuel being churned and burned by eight pistons spinning toward 8000 rpm. (Fox News)
Mom and Her Gear: 1954 and Today Nov 6, 2009
They were also becoming safer, as new features like larger wheels, brakes, deeper prams, and lower, sturdier frames began to appear. Since the 1980s, the stroller industry has developed with new features, safer construction and more accessories. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Mono Wind Casino operator drops bid for more slots Nov 6, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Japanese technology: Invisible but indispensable Nov 6, 2009
5 billion a year by supplying 60-70% of the world s bicycle gears and brakes; YKK makes around half the world s zip fasteners by value, and used to control far more. But it is in the arcane corners of electronics, engineering and materials-science that Japanese companies reign. (The Economist)
Return of the rational consumer Nov 6, 2009
Americans put the brakes on spending, again, in September. And why not. (Salon)
Are city's dome dreams fading? Nov 6, 2009
While Fields is confident the dome project will continue to progress, Brown would like to put the brakes on the project. He said the city s tax revenues are not meeting projections and suggested putting collected money into escrow. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Watch out for tired farmers, distracted deer Nov 6, 2009
Instead, drive cautiously, take note of deer crossing signs, remember deer rarely travel aone and, if a collision seems unavoidable, hit the brakes rather than swerve. Posted in on Friday, November 6, 2009 12:00 am. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
• Pollutants, Pebble preparation threaten fish populations Nov 5, 2009
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced last week that, for the first time, it is putting the brakes on fossil fuel emissions from U.S. power plants ... The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced last week that, for the first time, it is putting the brakes on fossil fuel emissions from U.S. power plants ... The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced last week that, for the first time, it is putting the brakes on fossil fuel emissions from U.S. power plants. (Juneau Empire)
Tips to help frugal motorists get the most from their vehicles Nov 5, 2009
(You'll help your brakes and suspension system last longer as well. . (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
Multichannel Newswire Nov 4, 2009
FCC commissioner Michael Copps took it to broadcasters again Tuesday, saying that if the agency can't rejuvenate shuttered newsrooms, put the brakes on "mind-numbing 'monoprogramming' and otherwise turn the tide (he calls it a "tsunami"), of consolidation, then "maybe those who want the spectrum back have the better of the argument after all. " Federal law-enforcement officials have accused a 26-year-old Oregon man -- known by the alias "DerEngel" in hacking circles -- of selling products... (Multichannel News)
Pump your brakes Nov 4, 2009
11:35 am November 3, 2009, by Sekou Smith. LaMarcus Aldridge will get a chance to get after Josh Smith (hand reaching for the ball) and the Hawks tonight at the Rose Garden. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Pressure builds on Iran to accept nuclear deal Nov 3, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " Iran's Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki, visiting Malaysia, called for a review of the proposed deal. "We have considered this proposal, we have some technical and economic considerations on that," he told reporters. "Two days ago we passed our views and observations to the IAEA, so it is very much possible to establish a technical commission to review and reconsider all these issues. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Man restores vintage 1957 milk truck Nov 3, 2009
" That is why it was always a goal of Grover's to find a Badger Farms milk truck and restore it.Three years ago, his dream came true when his daughter, who lived in Arizona, one day spotted a 1957 Model 374 milk truck. The 8-foot-talltruck had been sitting on the property since 1979 and was being used to store tires. Grover said the owner was just about to send it to the junk yard when Grover offered to purchase it."I was on the next flight to Arizona," he said.The truck originally belonged to... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Tax breaks cost state more than predicted Nov 3, 2009
Ginny Burdick, who chairs the Senate Finance Committee, tried to put the brakes on what she viewed as an out-of-control subsidy program. Her bill to trim tax breaks for big wind farms was approved by the Senate and the House this year but vetoed by Kulongoski, a fellow Democrat. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Talking Cars: Tires can be tricky Nov 2, 2009
I cannot believe the technician is going to pull the wheels, remove the brakes, measure the friction material and reinstall them at no charge. Question: I own a 2003 Chevrolet Astro van. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Audi's soft side Nov 2, 2009
3L/100km and 219g/km CO2, RWD. Safety 6 airbags, stability control, anti-lock brakes. Pros: Excellent value with impressive equipment list; good safety; quiet and refined engine; comfortable ride at highway speeds; big boot with roof up. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Are you ready for winter? Nov 1, 2009
Things including your battery, antifreeze, heater, brakes, oil and exhaust should be checked before winter driving. While driving, you should have items including water, snack food, extra blankets, booster cables, first aid and tool kits, a windshield scraper, flashlight and cell phone. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Rants and raves Nov 1, 2009
I was nearly involved in a car accident because someone in front of me had to slam on his brakes in order to avoid hitting someone that was being held by one of the workers. These workers need to be more careful. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Most Tractors Require More Strength Than Teenagers’ Physical Capabilities (2) Nov 1, 2009
The clutches and brakes on the majority of commonly used farm tractors require more strength than teens 13 to 17 can comfortably and consistently muster ... They found that the majority of the brakes and clutches on the 40 tractors studied exceeded that limit for both sexes, ages 13 to 17. (Agri-View, WI)
Ask the pilot Nov 1, 2009
Our regional jet had started its takeoff roll when suddenly the pilots slammed on the brakes ... The auto-throttles, auto-brakes and auto-spoilers, for instance. (Salon)
Elena Kealohas 1956 Volkswagen Oct 31, 2009
The VW also has a GeneBerg shifter and line lock to control the fluid to the front brakes for an instant release on the starting line. There is more to this VW engine than is described here but due to the element of competition in racing, the rest shall remain a secret. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
OPTIMA(R) Ultimate Street Car Invitational Announces National Broadcast Partnership With SPEED(TM) Oct 31, 2009
The OPTIMA Batteries Ultimate Street Car Invitational sponsors include: (Presenting) RideTech; K&N Filters; (Platinum) Speed by Spectre; BFGoodrich; Baer Brakes; (Gold) MagnaFlow; Bowler Transmissions; MSD Ignitions, VP Racing Fuels; (Silver) The Roadster Shop; Lateral-G.net; Pfaff Designs; (Bronze) Fesler-Moss Camaro; Mr. Norm's Garage; FM3 Performance Marketing; (Product) Detroit Speed & Engineering; Vintage Air; Eibach Springs; Classic Instruments; (Associate) Good Guys Rod & Custom; Shelby... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Toyota's runaway-car worries may not stop at floor mats Oct 30, 2009
1was driven on freeway 14 2 weeks ago at one time de speed of my car was sudden fast when push the brakes i can't stop i hit the the divison rail ... Another potential fix, he said, involves reprogramming the engine's computer to automatically cut power when a driver brakes while the gas pedal is depressed. (FOX61, CT)
U.N.'s Afghan Election Money Missing Oct 30, 2009
"Nobody put the brakes on. U.S. taxpayers spent hundreds of millions of dollars on a fraudulent election." Galbraith, a deputy to the senior U.N. official in Afghanistan, was after protesting fraud in the elections. The audits come as President Barack Obama is struggling to craft a war policy for Afghanistan that would establish a stable government in a country with few democratic traditions. (CBS News)
Ski jumping on plastic? How Olympians train before the snow flies. Oct 30, 2009
On a recent Sunday morning, as gray clouds glided swiftly across the open sky and hail foreshadowed winter, black-clad skeleton athletes the folks who fly face-first down icy tracks with no brakes warm up in virtual silence inside the hut at the top of the course. A bitter wind whistles outside, nipping at the bulky coats of athletes fine-tuning their bobsleds and whistling around those already stripped down to lycra suits. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Lighting up mph Oct 29, 2009
You watch people coming along maybe doing 43 or 44, and all of a sudden they hit the brakes, Andrus said. I think people probably assume they re getting ready to get a ticket mailed to them, kind of like the system in Lafayette. (New Iberia, LA)
Fla. Appeals Court Reverses $24.2 Million Verdict in Asbestos Case Oct 29, 2009
The doctor sued Honeywell, whose subsidiary Bendix made brakes, and 15 other defendants. A number of the defendants entered confidential pretrial settlements. (Law.com)
US new home sales in surprise fall Oct 29, 2009
The fresh data reflected the sluggish recovery of the housing sector, at the epicenter of the global financial crisis that slammed the brakes on US growth following a mortgage meltdown. Recommend. (Yahoo! Asia News)
- FROM THE DESK OF: Colorful characters who lived in the county 0 Oct 28, 2009
Charlie s brakes went out, but he thought he could make it safely down the steep grade just by shifting down. Lucky for him former IVC administrator Jim Walker whipped around in front of Charlie s motor home. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Rape charge a test of convictions Oct 27, 2009
Dean peppered Jewel with questions about everyday life: "Have you heard anything else about your Section 8? How is your car running? Baby, I know you know you got to check on your oil and brakes every once in a while, right?". He signed every letter the same way. (CNN)
Are you paranoid about the railroad? Oct 26, 2009
Also, prosecution for excessive noise levels in town at night like "Jake Brakes" are and accidents from bright lights that an auto could be ticketed for "Failure to Dim" for oncoming traffic. TO simpleton Oct 25, 2009 8:51 PM Maybe you should do some research on when and why trains blow the whistle so much. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Bauer's skill saved lives in plane Oct 26, 2009
I ve been reading how the pilots of the Learjet at the Columbia Airport, who faced the same choice last year, died when they chose to jam on the brakes. In Blacksburg that May afternoon, we tried for speed, not knowing that the airworthiness of our plane was compromised. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Letters for Saturday, October 24, 2009 Oct 25, 2009
The decision to apply the brakes was abrupt. It broke down with the State Economic Development officials over the tax breaks. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
BLM: The Colossal Snafu of the 21st Century Oct 25, 2009
Katherine Gensler, Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs for the Solar Energy Industries Association said, "Hitting the brakes before we'd really gotten off the ground was definitely a scary prospect for the industry". The BLM has enormous responsibilities. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Winterbottom sitting pretty Oct 24, 2009
It's hard to pass, the brakes get so hot [and] physically that's why it's a tough race,'' Davison said. You're using massive pedal pressure to stop the car and that's why a lot of mistakes are made. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Building bigger Oct 24, 2009
Riding a bicycle is often a good way to get an idea of what's really going on in the countryside, so I hired a shocking pink ladies' bike - the one with the best brakes - to take a tour through the limestone karst landscape around the village of Yangshuo near Guilin. Local farmers are engaged in a competition to build the biggest house. (BBC News -- Science)
CHAT TRANSCRIPT: James Healey answers your questions Oct 24, 2009
New tires, new brakes, new wipers, new battery, of course. But out-and-out fail. (USA Today -- Money)
Get your auto maintenance in gear Oct 23, 2009
In addition to the peace of mind that comes from having reliable tires, windshield wipers, brakes, suspension and steering systems, there are other benefits from proper car maintenance. Save yourself from expensive car repairs after an accident that could've been prevented. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Bartiromo: Treasury's Geithner on the Economy Oct 23, 2009
We're not going to make the mistake many countries made in the past of putting the brakes on too early and creating the risk of a weaker recovery with even higher levels of unemployment. Do we need a second stimulus. (BusinessWeek)
