Peacock eats crow

Article Abstract:

Dateline NBC broadcast misleading video coverage of two older C/K model GM pickup trucks crashing and burning on a Nov 1992 program. During the filming, incendiary devices were used in an attempt to demonstrate a supposed fuel tank defect. NBC later broadcast a retraction.

Author: Zino, Ken
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Road & Track
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0035-7189
Year: 1993
Television broadcasting industry, Libel and slander, Dateline NBC (Television program)

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F = MA

Article Abstract:

Ford Motor Co is experimenting with an all-aluminum automobile. One such experimental car, called Synthesis, is approximately the same size and proportions as a Mercury Sable, but is 869 pounds lighter. Other construction details are discussed.

Author: Zino, Ken
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Road & Track
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0035-7189
Year: 1993
Research, Ford Motor Co.

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Political fire

Article Abstract:

A safety controversy over the 1973-87 GMC and Chevrolet pickup trucks has involved General Motors Corp in about 100 lawsuits. The fuel systems, mounted on the outside of the frame rails, are said to be prone to fires in side-impact crashes.

Author: Zino, Ken
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Road & Track
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0035-7189
Year: 1993
Trucks, Design and construction

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Subjects list: Cases, Column, Automobile industry, General Motors Corp.
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