Understanding Your Car’s LATCH System 101
You might be familiar with what the LATCH acronym stands for — Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children — but you might not be aware of how to locate your vehicle’s anchors. Or how to secure a car seat via the product’s tethers, for that matter. We’ve rounded up some helpful pointers to take the […]
Nissan Recalls 625,000 Altima Sedans for Hood Latch Issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a recall for 625,000 Nissan Altima sedans affected by a manufacturing defect for the 2013-2015 model years. The issue is related to the secondary hood latch, which “may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.” The secondary latch is that pesky little […]
5 Chevy Vehicles Score NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for 2022
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 2022, five Chevrolet vehicles — including some of the brand’s most popular models — were awarded with this […]
Ford Scores Seven 2022 IIHS Top Safety Pick, TSP+
Last month, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety began rolling out the names of vehicles that earned its top safety honors. Ford counts seven vehicles among the list of 2022 IIHS Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ award-winners, including heavy hitters like the Explorer and Bronco Sport. More on the Bronco Sport: Ford serves […]
2022 Audi Q4 e-tron Overview
The 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron is a fully electric luxury SUV that offers modern styling, plenty of connectivity, and efficiency that’s suited to a commuting lifestyle. You can choose from three trim levels on the 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron: Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Exterior With a sloping roof and aerodynamic profile, the Audi Q4 […]
Nissan Sentra Makes 2021 Honor Roll for Car Seat Fit
The Nissan Sentra has made the grade. After achieving high marks in the requisite subjects (evaluations), the 2021 Nissan Sentra has made Cars.com’s 2021 Car Seat Fit Report Card. A total of 51 vehicles designed with families in mind were evaluated by child-passenger safety techs at Cars.com. The 2021 Nissan Sentra was one of four […]
2022 Hyundai Tucson Aces Cars.com Child Seat Test
Parents with young children will appreciate the 2022 Hyundai Tucson’s latest achievement: straight A’s on the annual Cars.com Car Seat Fit Report Card. Perfect for Parents: These Hyundai technologies provide safety and peace of mind Two Cars.com editors who are also certified child safety seat installation technicians compiled this year’s report card. They tested 51 […]
Car Seat Rules to Keep Your Kids Safer
Car seats are designed specifically to keep little ones safe while riding in a car. But used incorrectly, car seats can be much less safe than you think they are. The following rules will help you ensure your child is as safe as possible on the road. Safety Awards: See which Buick and GMC models […]
Baby Safety Month: How to Properly Install a Car Seat
Your child’s car seat is one of the most important purchases you will make as a parent. Once you’ve chosen the right one for your vehicle and your child, the next step is to install it early enough before your baby is born so that you are familiar with how it works. Perfect for Families: […]
Baby Safety Month: How Car Seat Safety Has Improved
Car seats are vital when it comes to keeping your child safe in the car. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 608 child passengers age 12 and younger were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2019, and over 91,000 were injured that same year. A whopping 38 percent of the children who […]
2022 Chevrolet Spark Overview
The Chevy Spark was introduced in 1998 as the Daewoo Matiz. Four years later, GM purchased Daewoo and placed the small vehicle under its Chevrolet umbrella, marketing it as the Spark in North America. Now in its fourth generation (since 2015), this ideal city car arrives with very few changes for 2022, hinting at a […]
8 of the Coolest New Features on the 2022 Infiniti QX60
The Infiniti QX60 is all-new for the 2022 model year. The latest iteration of this luxury SUV features more space, an additional trim level, and plenty of new tech and comfort features. Here’s a look at eight of our favorite updates. Want to Upgrade? Value your trade-in model today Autograph trim level True to its […]
Nissan Rogue Sport Makes List of Safest Small SUVs of 2021
The popular Nissan Rogue Sport offers a sporty look, fun-to-drive performance, a spacious cabin, and according to U.S. News & World Report, a safe driving experience. The subcompact SUV earned a spot on the pub’s list of the 14 Safest Small SUVs of 2021. Available Now: 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport The 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport […]
All-New 2022 Lexus NX to be Built in Canada
The all-new 2022 Lexus NX is finally here — and it’s going to be produced at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Cambridge South plant in Cambridge, Ontario. From its new powertrain options and additional tech tools to its refreshed exterior design, here’s a look at what the 2022 Lexus NX has to offer. Give Your […]
Where Should I Install My Child’s Car Seat?
Whether you’re a first-time parent or an experienced pro, it’s important to learn all there is to learn about car seat installation before taking your child out in the car. Statistics show that motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death among children. In 2018, 33 percent of children 12 and younger who died […]
7 Facts About the Dangers of Texting and Driving
There are many ways you can be a distracted driver, but all of them have one thing in common: Taking your attention away from the road. When you focus your attention on something other than the road in front of you, you’re putting your own life at risk, as well as the lives of your […]
Yellow Caps and Traffic Accidents: A Tragic History Lesson
The world of vehicle and traffic safety has gone through a lot of change over the years. Today, drivers and their families are lucky enough to live in a world where cars — and the places where they drive —are safer than ever before. Unfortunately, things weren’t always this way. This is the story of […]
Good Housekeeping Awards 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
The Chrysler Pacifica set the standard for comfortable family travel when it debuted, and every year since, the well-equipped minivan has evolved to include more and more family-friendly amenities. It has even introduced an eco-friendly powertrain so families can feel better about their time on the road. The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica has not just impressed […]