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U.S. opens push to mandate anti-drunk driving technology

Ann Carlson, NHTSA's Acting Administrator,
Ann Carlson, NHTSA acting administrator (DOT screen grab)
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December 12, 2023 03:37 PM

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Transportation Department said Tuesday it is launching a regulatory effort aimed at eventually mandating technology to prevent intoxicated drivers from starting vehicles.

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