I would like to start by saying "Thank You" for your positive feedback and participation. We had tremendous growth in users to the ARC Network this last month.

Over 31,000 hits in the month of March!!! We had visitors from 48 of the 50 states as well as the following continents: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Oceana and Africa. We truly are becoming one of the most visited web sites on the Internet for Accident Reconstruction.

For all who are not familiar, the ARC Network stands for Accident Reconstruction Communications Network. We are a web-based professional organization specifically for accident reconstruction and accident investigation. The ARC Network was developed for the simple reason that the industry of Accident Reconstruction needed a web site dedicated to Accident Reconstruction communications and research. The goals of this organization are 1.) to be the starting point and a one-stop web site for all your Accident Reconstruction needs, 2.) provide experts in this field with a multitude of communication and research tools that aid in the efficiency and effectiveness of daily business requirements, and 3.) to act as an "expert locator" for all professionals seeking to retain the services of Accident Reconstructionists. We hope that you will see the benefit of having one Internet web site that you can visit to obtain the information you need.

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THE ARC NETWORK GOES HOLLYWOOD

The ARC Network has been chosen to participate in a major cable television show about the industry of Accident Reconstruction. We can't provide more details because it has not been finalized, however, production starts next month and will be aired sometime around September. We are very proud to be involved in this project.

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UPDATE ON ACCIDENT RECONSTRUCTION SURVEY

Many of you have participated in the survey located on the homepage of the ARC Network (ARC Network or http://www.ciapweb.com/survey.htm). This survey was centered on the feasibility of a solo practice Traffic Accident Reconstruction business and the critical success factors for such a venture. The student in charge of the survey is currently in the process of compiling the data; ETA is this month. All of the information will be posted to the ARC Network and TARO when it becomes available.

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

The ARC Network is proud to announce our newest members:

• Donald Dupray: Mr. Dupray presently works as a private consultant, providing crash analysis and reconstruction for various New England area law firms, insurance companies and private parties for use in Civil Litigation.

• Steve Peacock: Mr. Peacock is a full-time Accident Reconstructionist in Oxnard, CA and is also a part-time Parking Citation Hearing Officer.

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CONTEST WINNERS

The ARC Network would like to congratulate the following winners of a one-year PLATINUM membership to the ARC Network. Everyone who signs the GUESTBOOK is automatically entered in the contest and 2 WINNERS are chosen each month.

Charles Pope: APolice Officer/ Accident Reconstructionist, Addison Police Department, Addison, IL
And
Shane Gee: Mechanical Engineer/Accident Reconstructionist.

Congratulation and good luck to next months entries.

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SPECIAL REPORT

Each month the ARC Network tries to compile a new special report that takes an in-depth look at a special topic and presents the entire finding in the "special reports" section of the ARC Network. Last month the ARC Network profiled the Amtrak Crash Investigation. In that report you will find links to news articles, magazine articles, streaming video and audio, animations, news sources and other research links. Be on the lookout for this months' SPECIAL REPORT. All special reports are located on the home page of the ARC Network and can be found on the left side usually displayed as a graphic.

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THE ARC NETWORK AND AMAZON.COM

Many of you took advantage of the great selection and prices offered in the ARC Network Bookstore.The ARC Network has affiliated with AMAZON.COM, the world's largest bookstore, to bring you the best selection of all books relating to the industry of Accident Reconstruction. Look for new selection topics this month. If you can't find the book you are looking for, simply use the book finder search engine located at the bottom of the ARC Network Bookstore page.

For those who are thinking about publishing your own book, you can read "How To Publish A Book" by SAE. This is free for all to read and located in the ARC Network Bookstore.

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NEW DEVELOPMENT

There is always something new in the ARC Network! Everyday the ARC Network posts INDUSTRY NEWS to the web site. You can check the ARC Network home page and quickly browse the most recent news happening in the industry of Accident Reconstruction. It is an easy and convenient way to stay abreast of what is going on. Then, if you want more news, just visit the NEWS AND INFORMATION section by either clicking on the title "News and Information" or by clicking the "view more news" link. This will take you to all of our archived news articles. Here you will find information on recalls, new safety features, crash test results, and much more.

In addition, each month the ARC Network posts new information to research. If you missed the March 10th broadcast of DATELINE, they aired a segment on BUMPER CRASH TESTS. You can view the tests and also read about the results in the ARC Network. The link to this is located on the home page. The ARC Network tries to post a minimum of 3 new research topics each month. These topics are ones that YOU requested. If you would like to request a topic follow this link or click the "comments" link located in the upper right corner of any page in the ARC Network.

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MEMBERSHIP

The ARC Network offers a membership directory to help all Accident Reconstructionists and Investigators gain exposure. We offer 3 types of membership, so you are sure to find one that fits your needs. The ARC Network is here to help you get noticed. We communicate to attorneys, insurance companies, government entities, etc. to help them find experts in the field of Accident Reconstruction that best fits their cases and location. The ARC Network is also a great organization to add to your C.V. It shows that you are staying current with technology and participation and contributing to the advancement of your field of practice.

Please visit our Membership Info section to learn more about membership.

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EVENTS

Here is a brief list of upcoming events:

• Pedestrian/Bicycle Accident Investigation
  May 3-7, 1999
  1-408-277-4654
  The San Jose Police Department will be hosting a 40 hour course. This course is taught by IPTM. For more information please call Officer Kevin Cassidy or Officer Karl Pringle at the San Jose Police Department's Traffic Investigation Unit at 408-277-4654. This is a POST certified course.
• Digital Human Modeling for Design & Engineering Conference & Exposition
  May 18-20, 1999
  The Kurhaus Hotel, The Hague, The Netherlands

For a complete list of events visit the Events Section of the ARC Network

The ARC Network posts EVENTS free of charge - just email your event information to us and we will post it. Email - events@accidentreconstruction.com

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If you missed last month's Newsletter, it is available to view online.

The ARC Network is here to help you save time and money in research and communications. Feedback is our best resource to know if we are providing a value. Please let us know what you would like to see in the site and how we could make it more valuable to you. After all there is no ARC Network without YOU.

Until next month,

The Entire Staff of the ARC Network.
arc@accidentreconstruction.com