High doses of new car smell could kill you
Jalopnik asks the question \"is your car trying to kill you?\" and the answer seems to be, well, maybe just a little. Citing a new study by HealthyStuff.org, which tested the interiors of more than 200 of the best-selling 2011 and 2012 cars, the article points out that new-car smell signals the presence of toxins, such as arsenic, bromine, antimony and chlorine -- not that the presence of bromine in the amount of, say, 114,514 parts per million (the total amount of discovered in the worst-performing vehicle, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport), could actually kill you. Japanese brands Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Acura topped the list with the highest-scoring models, while Kia and Chrysler sat with Mitsubishi at the bottom.
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
