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Unsafe at Any Speed by Ralph Nader: The Book, Its Impact, and the Birth of Modern Auto Safety

"Published in November 1965, Ralph Nader’s Unsafe at Any Speed: The Designed-In Dangers of the American Automobile remains one of the most influential investigative books in modern history. The text fundamentally altered the relationship between consumers, regulatory agencies, and the multi-billion-dollar automotive manufacturing sector by exposing how design choices prioritized aesthetics and cost reduction over passenger protection. Introduction to Ralph Nader’s Landmark Exposé When Unsafe at Any Speed hit bookshelves in late 1965, the American automotive industry was enjoying an era of immense cultural dominance and soaring sales. Styling,..."

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