The News from Paterson, New Jersey (2024)

5M FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 1983 The News, North Jersey 27 Drug use and driving filmsfrip available 2al ,1 Mo -jf-ri Tha B2000. with automatic transmission, boasts EPA ostlmatas of 23 miles per gallon In city drlvln vm i' i 1 1 7 1 A three-speed automatic transmission option has been added to Mazda's line of 1983 B2000 Sundowner standard and long bed mini pickup trurks. EPA fuel economy estimates for the B2000 with automatic are 23 miles per gallon in city driving, 29 on the highway and a combined rating of 2fi. "The addition of the three-speed automatic transmission version of the B2000 illustrates our continental commitment to providing the consumer with convenience in a dependable, economical and comfortable small truck," said Yoshiki Yamasaki, president of Toyo Kogyo the Hiroshima-based manufacturer of Mazda cars and trucks. As standard equipment, the 1983 B2000 features P20575R14 steel belted radial tires, a five-speed manual transmission, a remote fuel filler door release, a new maintenance-free battery, styled dual side mirrors and tie-down bars, which run inside the full length of the cargo bed.

Full wheel covers and black detail trim on the antenna, door key cylinder, outer rionr handles and tailgate handle accent the 1983 B2000's exterior styling. The three-speed automatic transmission option is available on all B2000 trim levels the basic Sundowner, Sundowner Deluxe and Sundowner Sport. A new audio-visual presentation on the dangers of drug use and driving is available from some new car, light truck, and tire dealers around the country, The dealers are members of the Dealers Safety and Mobility Council, an affiliate of the Highway Users Federation. Entitled "Double Trouble: Drugs and Driving," the program consists of a 12-minute narrated filmstrlp, a leader's discussion guide, and special handout brochures describing what actions citizens can take to discourage drugged driving and what kinds of organizations are available to help them. It Is available for free loan from dealers to schools, church groups, civic and service clubs, and other organizations interested in prompting traffic safety in their communities.

The filmstrlp Illustrates the Influence of drugs on a driver's ability to stay alert and recognize dangerous traffic situations. It explains how different drugs affect the brain and central nervous system, and how mixing drugs with alcohol can double the Impact of both. "Double Trouble" Is the third In a series of audio-visual safety programs offered to community groups through participating dealers. The first two programs, "One Drink Too Many," on the dangers of drunk driving, and "Car Care for Safety," on the Importance of keeping vehicles In safe operating condition, were released In 1982 and are also available nationwide. The program can be obtained In most areas of the country from new car.

light truck, and tire dealers who are members of the Dealers Council. Groups or Individuals who have difficulty locating a participating dealer should contact John McCawley, Dealer Activities. Highway Users Federation. 1776 Massachusetts N.W. Washington, D.C.

20036, or call (202) 857 1253. The Highway Users Federation Is a national coalition of businesses. Industries and associations promoting traffic safety and Improved highway transportation efficiency. Members of the Dealers Safety and Mobility Council, a Federation affiliate, work In their local communities to find practical answers to traffic safety problems. transmission option has Isslon opti eon added to Mazda's standard and long-bod 1tt3 A three-speed automatic B2000 mini pickup trucks.

Driving habits can be dangerous to health A driver with an "I gotta be first" attitude, who gets angry at other motorists, is flirting with heart attacks and other stress-related illnesses, reports the Automotive Information Council (AIC). These include those who cut off other cars, who tailgate while leaning on the horn, who bum rubber when the light turns green, zip through a gasoline station to avoid a red light, and who follow many other dangerous practices. They're what psychologists and heart experts call Type A for aggressive) personalities. They're a threat not only to themselves but to others. But it's not just the Type A's who get uptight during rush hour.

A recent California study showed freeway driving is stressful to any personality type. It said that the average motorist, in more than 20 minutes of rush hour driving, will show an increase in normal blood pressure of between 20 and 30 percent. There are several ways to reduce rush-hour stress so that you don't arrive at your destination with a pounding heart and sweaty palms, says AIC. i Plan ahead. Some hard chargers are procrastinators who push themselves to catch up after delaying.