Will Otero - Comment
Alliance of Automobile ManufacturesOpposeBusiness
Summary: The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, representing several major car manufacturers, opposes the proposed mandate for rear seat belt reminder systems (SBRS). They argue that the technology is currently premature due to significant engineering complexities, lack of evidence regarding effectiveness, and potential reliability issues with removable seats and child restraint systems.
THE ALLIANCE OF AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURERS RESPONDS TO THE FEDERAL REGISTER NOTICE 75 FED. REG. 37343, JUNE 29, 2010, WHICH SEEKS PROTECTION TO REQUIRE AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURERS TO INSTALL SEAT BELT REMINDER SYSTEMS (SBRS) FOR REAR DESIGNATED SEATING POSITIONS IN LIGHT PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE RESPONSE IS SIGNED BY WILL OTERO, DIRECTOR, TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY POLICY AND DATED OCTOBER 21, 2010.