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Unsafe at Any Speed

The Designed-In Dangers of the American Automobile

Book • 1965

Published in 1965, 'Unsafe at Any Speed' by Ralph Nader exposed the potential dangers of American cars and the automotive industry's resistance to improving safety.

The book focused on various design flaws, such as the Chevrolet Corvair's steering system, and criticized the industry for prioritizing style and cost over consumer safety.

It led to the passage of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act in 1966 and the establishment of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The book's impact extended beyond legislation, influencing public perception of vehicle safety and driving consumer advocacy efforts.

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when discussing the start of the modern era of consumer protections.

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as an example of a book that influenced societal change, particularly regarding automobile safety standards.

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Mentioned by

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as a masterful piece of investigative reporting that should be taught in journalism schools.

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Mentioned by

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in the context of the history of lobbying, highlighting Nader's role in the rise of citizen lobbying and its impact on corporate lobbying.

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while discussing the Vietnam War.

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as a book that exposed the lack of safety regulations in the automobile industry.

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as a book that targeted the automobile industry and the harms it was causing.

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