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by Marjorie, Cars for Keeps Social Media Manager

By now I'm sure everyone has heard about Toyota's halted production and mass recall due to sticky gas pedals and floormats that catch. Recent announcements say the Prius may be included in the recall due to faulty brakes.

The last thing anyone expects after purchasing a new car is a failed accelerator pedal or gas line. Nevertheless, I think this incident with Toyota highlights how important it is for car consumers to be aware of their vehicles' condition and to be pro-active in their own safety. Drivers who noticed the stickiness of their gas pedal and brought the car in for inspection immediately had the gas pedal problem identified early. While this doesn't prevent the recall from happening, it prevented a potentially serious accident from happening down the road, and auto repair shops could notify Toyota of the problem rather than a lawyer.

The moral of the story here is that you can never be too careful. Even if your car "should" be in top condition, if you notice something seems amiss, it's always best to have it checked out by a professional. At Cars for Keeps, we offer great deals on inspections and "pit stop" services, making it easy and affordable for you to make sure your car is safe to drive.