One of the original mini-vans

One of the original mini-vans
Dodge Caravan (later Grand Caravan shown)

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Toyota to Pay Huge "Fine" in Settlement with Justice Department

Toyota has reportedly agreed to a settlement with the Justice Department in which the giant auto-maker will pay $1.2 billion in penalties related to the alleged sudden acceleration defect in Toyota vehicles.

The question arises,What is the government doing to prevent such failures in vehicles in the future?  This large a penalty certainly sends a message.  Let's hope auto-makers are listening.


Government Hits Toyota with Huge "Fine"

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