Jonathan David Korhonen - Comment

To. Whom it may concern, From. Jonathan D. Korhonen Date: November 15, 2009 Re: NHTSA 2009-0117-0001 Docket No. NHTSA 09-0117 RIN 2127-AK42 Dear NHTSA Board, I took the opportunity to read your proposed finalized requirement of the motor vehicle analysis. I must say that after reading this I have a much better understanding of the proposed requirements that this procedure will require of not only the manufactures, which you have named in this matter, but as well those of major leading manufactures of automobiles, and other vehicles, which commute on the nation’s highway system. I feel the requirements that would be evaluated within this proposed regulation will help make sure that all auto manufactures are complying with the highest qualities and protections for consumers, which will use, or be on the same roads as one another. I understand that my knowledge of these items might be limited from that of that of your agency, but I have one question that I fear might be a downside to this regulation. I am wondering how would the analysis be used for those vehicles, as well be implemented into the vehicles, which we drive currently, and how might this effect the overall cost to manufacture vehicles that might need more safety changes, then the one the auto manufactures have made thus far? I fear that with a patrician, or particular group, these studies, and findings may be corrupt. That some of the changes that the American driver will face in a vehicle would be an unnecessary requirement coming from those that might want to destroy, or to put back on the average consumer (driver) in a spot of not being able to afford the vehicle after the changes being suggested, or made. Once again, I appreciate the opportunity of reading the proposed changes necessary in the safety of the American driver, and car buyer, but may I say that when reviewing, or studying these aspect of changes, may I suggest that we look at these as just that.. Suggestions. Let us make safe cars and modes of transportation for work, travel, and recreation, but remember that the back of the American people have been laden with enough cost for these properties, and that when we travel, or use a vehicle. I would say that these changes to a vehicle do not take the place of education, and continued training of the individual driver himself or herself. I say maybe in the analysis’ we might want to look at the study of continued education for drivers as well. Thank you for your time in this matter. Sincerely Jon Korhonen