From the explosive Ford Pinto to the faulty GM ignition switch and the lethal Takata airbags, this episode unearths the shocking history of automotive scandals where corporate greed eclipsed human safety. We delve into the internal cost-benefit analyses that shockingly put a price on human life, dissect the role of corporate culture and leadership in these tragedies, and examine the devastating aftermath of litigation, regulatory failures, and calls for reform. Join us as we explore the recurring pattern of prioritize profits over safety, and advocate for the transparency, accountability, and fundamental shift in corporate culture necessary to prevent future automotive catastrophes.