Stories Related to Stop Driving Recalled Toyotas, Says Agency Chief

By MICHELINE MAYNARD, New York Times
Wed, 02/03/2010 - 10:31am

Ray LaHood, the Secretary of Transportation, advised owners of recalled Toyotas not to use them until they are repaired by a dealer.

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