The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was created by the Highway Safety Act of 1970 as an agency of the United States government’s executive branch and their Department of Transportation. Today, the NHTSA is primarily known for authoring and applying Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and conducting crash testing—vehicles that receive the annual NHTSA…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was created by the Highway Safety Act of 1970 as an agency of the United States government’s executive branch and their Department of Transportation. Today, the NHTSA is primarily known for authoring and applying Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and conducting crash testing—vehicles that receive the annual NHTSA…
The 2015 Kia Sedona Kia Motors America announced today that the new 2015 Kia Sedona minivan has been awarded a 5-star overall safety rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Sedona scored a perfect 5-star rating on the front-impact, side-impact, and pole crash tests. “NHTSA’s recent 5-star rating of the 2015 Sedona…
The 2016 Honda HR-V has earned a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Five is the highest number of stars available in the NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). “Using Honda’s packaging magic, powertrain innovation and safety engineering expertise, the HR-V delivers a high level of occupant safety protection along…
2019 Eclipse Cross Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating. This is the second year in a row that the compact SUV has earned the highest-possible overall score. Becoming the SUV It Is Today: Eclipse history The NHTSA put the 2020 Eclipse…
IIHS Names 2015 Hyundai Genesis Top Safety Pick + Safety is no longer an option in vehicles. With safety regulations getting more stringent as new technologies develop, keeping up must be a challenge for automakers. Hyundai, it seems, was up to that challenge when it built the 2015 Genesis. Thanks to its strong frame, nine…
The 2023 Silverado 1500 is one of seven Chevy models with an NHTSA 5-Star Overall Safety Rating Photo: Chevrolet Seven of Chevrolet’s 2023 models can take their place among the safest vehicles on the road today. These vehicles have all attained the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — awarded only after…
The 2022 Blazer is one of five Chevy models with an NHTSA 5-Star Overall Safety Rating Photo: Chevrolet Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration puts dozens of vehicles through a rigorous series of crash tests. The models that hold up the best are awarded with the NHTSA’s coveted 5-Star Overall Safety Rating. For…
This article is sponsored by Davis Law Group, P.S. Safety is one of the top priorities, not only for car buyers but also for manufacturers. After all, no one wants to buy a car that will put them at risk of accidents or death. If you’re thinking of buying a new car in 2020, here…
2023 Kia Sportage X-Pro trim Photo: Kia The redesigned Kia Sportage and the all-new Kia Sportage Hybrid have been quite successful this year. In fact, the Sportage saw a nearly 60% year-over-year sales increase in August — helping contribute to Kia’s best-ever sales in that month. The latest achievement for these models comes from the…
2020 helped reduce vehicle traffic…but not traffic-related fatalities COVID-related lockdowns helped reduce traffic in many states earlier this year. However, this reduction in traffic didn’t reduce traffic-related fatalities, as a new report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration confirms. Safe and Confident: Discover the benefits of going with a Chevy When NHTSA recently revealed…
2021 Nissan Sentra Photo: Nissan The Nissan Sentra drives into 2021 with the most standard safety features in its class, new connectivity tech, and a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $19,410. Available at dealerships now, the 2021 Nissan Sentra builds upon the award-winning status of the redesigned sedan from 2020. Stay Safe: How to…
The threat of a parking ticket can help some drivers remember to park in designated areas Photo: Charleston’s TheDigitel via CC Ever wondered which traffic laws drivers tend to break the most? You’re not alone. Here are seven road rules that drivers tend to abuse more than others. Safe Travels: Discover the benefits of OnStar…
The New 2020 Chrysler Voyager Photo: FCA The all-new 2020 Chrysler Voyager has received a five-star overall safety rating. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the minivan the highest possible rating for its safety features and great performance in crash tests. A Stand-Out Sedan: Comparing the Chrysler 300 to the Ford Fusion When evaluating…
Photo: Honda The 2021 Honda Odyssey has earned a 2020 Top Safety Pick+ rating, the highest accolade granted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It’s the first minivan to be awarded with a 2020 TSP+ rating, and the only one to have earned a top Good+ rating for the ease of use of its…
The 2022 Eclipse Cross Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the new 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating. This is the highest rating that a car can receive, and the Eclipse Cross earned it in the 2020 and 2019 model years as well. Take a Look at the…
Photo: The News Wheel Pedestrian safety should be a priority 365 days a year, but for the month of October, it gets special attention. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation, October is the first-ever National Pedestrian Safety Month. Car Care 101: Tire maintenance tips “With this designation…
Photo: Honda The Honda HR-V has made big forward strides for the 2019 model year, earning Top Safety Pick certification from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety after improving in several areas over the 2018 model. The 2019 HR-V earned the highest possible score of “Good” in the moderate overlap front, side, roof strength, seat,…
Many automakers like to tout the Top Safety Pick+ or Top Safety Pick ratings that their models receive from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The IIHS tests vehicles annually and rates how well they withstand, mitigate, and avoid crashes. What types of tests does the IIHS perform to arrive at its ratings, and what…
When it comes to beloved Buick vehicles, it’s hard to beat the… Mazda’s top of the line SUV, the CX-9, has been raking in… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that the 2017 Buick… The 2017 Grand Cherokee joins the new Dodge Challenger and Chrysler 200… The 2017 Chrysler 200 is the latest…
The all-new 2020 Chrysler Voyager has received a five-star overall safety rating.… When equipped with the Advanced Driving Assistance pack, the Kia Stonic has… Due to its advanced safety technologies, every trim of the 2018 Kia… When you think safety, it’s likely you don’t automatically think of an… For Kia, safety is a priority. That’s…
Chevrolet’s reliable lineup boasts active safety technology and plenty of smart, safe… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has awarded both front- and all-wheel… According to a recent report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety…
Chrysler reportedly carried out more than 80 full-vehicle impact tests before releasing the new Pacifica minivan to the public It’s been a busy year for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. Not only did this minivan earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ honors, but it was named “Best Minivan of 2016” by Cars.com and also captured the Family…
Let’s talk about language for a moment. We all know that the words we choose are influenced by what we think about whatever we are talking about. For example, if you are at your mother’s house for dinner, whether you describe the steaks as “burned” or “well-done” reflects whether you liked it or not, as…
NHTSA Awards the 2015 Impala a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating ©GM Following in the footsteps of its 2014 predecessor, the 2015 Chevy Impala has established itself as a safe and reliable competitor in the full-size sedan market. As a testament, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) just awarded the 2015 Impala a 5-Star Overall…
Yesterday, Chrysler Group announced that it has established the Office of Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance, which will be headed by Senior Vice President, Scott Kunselman. Before assuming this position, Kunselman had been responsible for NAFTA Purchasing and Supplier Quality. In his new position, Kunselman remains on the NAFTA leadership team but is solely focused…
The 2015 Chevy Trax ©GM The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has awarded both front- and all-wheel drive models of the 2015 Chevrolet Trax small SUV the highest possible five-star safety rating. The Chevy brand now boasts more models in its lineup with five-star safety ratings than any other automaker sold in the US. Related info: Chevy…
The 2015 Honda Pilot SUV The new 2015 Honda Pilot has been awarded a four-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The rating applies to front-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive models of the Honda Pilot. The latest edition of Honda’s crossover SUV scored four stars in the front crash test, five stars in the…
According to a recent press release from the Blue Oval, the latest Ford Transit Connect Wagon safety rating is in, and it’s pretty darn bright. The Transit Connect nabbed five stars during testing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the administration’s highest possible rating. “Transit Connect Wagon gives people on the go a…
The Jeep Grand Cherokee earned a five-star overall rating each of the past four years The 2017 Grand Cherokee joins the new Dodge Challenger and Chrysler 200 as FCA vehicles to earn five-star overall safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Speaking of the Cherokee: Did know the 2017 model is offered…
2017 Buick Envision Photo: © General Motors The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that the 2017 Buick Envision AWD has earned a five-star overall vehicle safety score, placing it at the very top of possible scores next to every Buick model in rated in two consecutive model years. This comes after, earlier this…
The redesigned Chevy Malibu has been featured heavily in GM ad campaigns in 2016, which mainly focus on the vehicle’s exterior styling and new technology, but now Chevy has something else to boast about, as the ‘16 Malibu recently earned Top Safety Pick+ honors from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). To qualify for…
The 2015 Honda Fit The 2015 Honda Fit has received a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the highest score possible from the government organization. Additionally, the Fit has earned both a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and an NCAP 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the…
Ford and Datang have completed their Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything tech (C-V2X) trials in China with the consensus being that of rousing success. The trials launched in 2017 at Shanghai’s National Intelligent Vehicle Pilot Zone, building on Datang’s advancements in LTE-V2X technology. C-V2X technology enables a vehicle to comprehend the environment around it, making it, the driver,…
A month after the 2018 Mazda CX-9 earned a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, its compact cousin has also received recognition, this time from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. When equipped with the Adaptive Front-Lighting System, the 2018 Mazda CX-5 earned a 2018 Top Safety Pick+ rating. As of…
During the month of February, Nissan Canada managed to move 6,943 models… When you learned to drive a car, you learnt the basics like… Recent documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal that Chevrolet… We might make fun of the minivan a lot, but there is… Whenever a product or concept is dubbed…
The Chevrolet Blazer offers a variety of packages for added convenience. From… Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration puts dozens of vehicles… Reintroduced in 2019, the Chevy Blazer is an exciting mid-size crossover SUV… A handful of significant changes are coming to the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer,…
Charging a smartphone Photo: The News Wheel The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is introducing the new SaferCar mobile app. This smartphone app notifies you when your vehicle has a recall so you can make a service appointment as soon as possible. Upcoming Mitsubishi Innovations: Mitsubishi will improve connective technology The SaferCar app is available…
Traveling on the highway at any time of the day can be… Car insurance is one of those annoying things that you both need… Being involved in a car accident can be really nerve-wracking, especially if… If you’ve been in an accident, you may think your vehicle is… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is…
Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration puts dozens of vehicles… The 2022 Trax and 2022 Trailblazer are Chevrolet’s two smallest SUVs. That… The 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a small SUV that’s equally at home… The 2022 Trailblazer and the 2022 Equinox sit right next to each… The Chevrolet Trailblazer is gaining a handful…
Mitsubishi announced that Mel Taylor, the CEO of vehicle technology company splitsecnd,… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the new 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse… Mitsubishi has extensively redesigned the Eclipse Cross for the 2022 model year.… Mitsubishi has partnered with Chamberlain Group to add myQ Connected Garage to…
Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration puts dozens of vehicles… Chevrolet has recently revealed its 2022 Camaro configurator. Using this online tool,… You’ve seen the Redline package on familiar favorites like the Equinox and…
Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration puts dozens of vehicles… The 2022 Trax and 2022 Trailblazer are Chevrolet’s two smallest SUVs. That… The 2022 Chevrolet Trax is an affordable crossover that is light on…
Photo: Subaru When Subaru launched the Ascent three-row SUV for the 2019 model year, it was immediately met with a deluge of praise. It earned a 5-Star Overall Safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a Superior Front Crash Prevention distinction from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety — the organization’s highest rating….
Seven of Chevrolet’s 2023 models can take their place among the safest… Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration puts dozens of vehicles… The Volvo Cars Safety Centre, which is responsible for the automaker’s safety ambitions, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.… In order to provide training to rescue workers, Volvo dropped multiple brand-new…
Good morning, Dave Photo: TomoNews US via Youtube Google has been designing and testing its self-driving “Koala” car for quite a while now, recently spreading its testing activities to rainy Washington (as opposed to sunny California). In addition, Google recently won a big victory in federal regulations when the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration agreed…
Are you planning to hit the road this summer with your dog?… Whether you’re driving in normal summer temperatures or an extreme heat wave,… The new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus has earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick+,… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will require all automakers to offer… Moving to or from college can be…
We’ve all seen those millennialtastic ads for the 2015 Chevy Trax, which… After being awarded a highest-possible five-star safety rating from the NHTSA, the… A new 2015 Chevy Trax commercial touts the “city-smart” subcompact crossover SUV’s… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has awarded both front- and all-wheel… At the New York International Auto Show…
General Motors crossed another incredible milestone this week when the unprecedented 500… Despite logging its best March for crossover sales and another month of… Chevrolet’s marketing campaign for the new Trax has been courting the young… Chevrolet had yet another monster month, posting its best February in seven… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has…
90% of new vehicles offer automatic emergency braking, including the Ford Edge Photo: Ford The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will require all automakers to offer automatic emergency braking as standard equipment on passenger vehicles by 2029. Per the new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, compliant AEB systems will be required to detect pedestrians; stop…
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