What watchdog magazine did a 2000 jury blame for showing “reckless disregard” for the truth, when it trashed the Isuzo Trooper?
2006-11-13 17:19:48 · 3 answers · asked by marcopollo 1 in News & Events ➔ Media & Journalism
The second generation Trooper received some bad press in the US when the 1995-1997 models were rated "Not Acceptable" by Consumer Reports for their tendency to roll over during testing. In a lawsuit brought by Isuzu against Consumers Union, the court found that some of the magazine's statements showed a "reckless disregard" for the truth. The court found in favor for Isuzu on 60% of the claims in the suit. Ultimately, however, many of Isuzu's other major allegations - including negative statements, test doctoring, and stunt driving - were dismissed by the jury, and the lawsuit favored Consumers Union. Trooper sales never recovered.
2006-11-13 17:51:57 · answer #1 · answered by sunshine25 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consumer Reports
2006-11-14 01:24:47 · answer #2 · answered by Steve-o-58 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not certain, but I think that was CONSUMER REPORTS... and they were correct!
2006-11-14 01:39:30 · answer #3 · answered by David A 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋