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Fire Consumes Tractor-Trailer On NJ Turnpike In Ridgefield Park Fire Consumes Tractor-Trailer On NJ Turnpike In Ridgefield Park
Fire Consumes Tractor-Trailer On NJ Turnpike In Ridgefield Park A tractor-trailer burst into flames on the New Jersey Turnpike in Ridgefield Park early Tuesday afternoon Southbound traffic was backed up for miles as firefighters doused the flames. Meanwhile, rubberneckers thickened the northbound side. Plumes of black smoke could be seen for miles. There was no immediate word on injuries.
Massive $29.4M Recall Issued By Harley-Davidson Because Brakes May Not Work Massive $29.4M Recall Issued By Harley-Davidson Because Brakes May Not Work
Massive $29.4M Recall Issued By Harley-Davidson Because Brakes May Not Work Harley-Davidson is recalling more than 250,000 motorcycles that could cost the company upwards of $30 million after discovering a deficiency in its brakes that could cause them to fail. The voluntary recall includes more than two dozen bike models that were produced between 2008 and 2011 with anti-lock brakes. The international recall includes 251,000 motorcycles, with an estimated 175,000 of those sold domestically. It is expected to cost Harley-Davidson at least $29.4 million. The recall notice says that "deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake flui…