National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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 […]
Chevy’s 2023 Lineup Wins 7 NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
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 an extensive series of crash tests. Coming Soon: Meet the first-ever Chevrolet Silverado EV Chevrolet’s NHTSA 5-Star standard-bearers for […]
2023 Kia Sportage and Sportage Hybrid Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards
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 IIHS, which awarded both with a Top […]
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 […]
NHTSA Releases Goals for 2021 Pedestrian Safety Month
Move over fall and Halloween, there is another reason why the month of October is important. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, October has the special distinction of being National Pedestrian Safety Month. Safe Ride: Chevy Equinox ranks among safest small SUVs The NHTSA says its goal for October and the campaign around […]
2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Earns 5-Star Safety Rating
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 Latest Mitsubishi Models: The Mitsubishi lineup Why […]
March 8 Kicks Off Vehicle Safety Recalls Week
Chances are a component in your vehicle will or has suffered a recall. You’ve either received the notice or found out about a vehicle recall while your vehicle was in the service bay. But, waiting to find out about a recall isn’t the best strategy when it comes to your safety on the road. You […]
Nissan Sentra Safety Systems Ready for 2021
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 drive in the rain Nissan […]
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month
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 of October as Pedestrian […]
NHTSA Reports Less Traffic, More Traffic Deaths During COVID
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 The stats When NHTSA recently revealed 2019 statistics on traffic deaths, it […]
2021 Honda Odyssey First Minivan to Earn 2020 Top Safety Pick+ Rating
The 2021 Honda Odyssey earned a 2020 Top Safety Pick+ rating, the first minivan to do so, and the first with top LATCH ratings.
IIHS Safety Ratings: What Do They Mean?
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 […]
7 Commonly Broken Traffic Laws
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 technology Speeding and illegal maneuvers Speeding and illegal maneuvers are some of the most popular offenses that drivers commit. These unlawful […]
Toyota Makes Safety Software Openly Available
Toyota announced it will make its Total Human Model for Safety software freely available starting January 2021. The automaker hopes this will help improve vehicle safety as well as help improve the software itself. When it was first launched in 2000, THUMS was the world’s first software to simulate a virtual human body and analyze […]
9 Top Safety Rated SUVs of 2020
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 […]
2020 Eclipse Cross Earns 5-Star Overall Safety Rating
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 SUV’s safety systems and crashworthiness The NHTSA put the 2020 Eclipse […]
Which US Counties Had the Highest Traffic Deaths in 2018?
This article is sponsored by Wendt Law. Personal injury law firm Wendt Law has just released an interactive map that details motor vehicle fatalities in America in 2018 by county, as reported by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration. According to this data, Los Angeles County had the most traffic fatalities in 2018 by […]
2020 Chrysler Voyager Receives a Five-Star Safety Rating
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 The crashworthiness of the minivan When evaluating the Chrysler […]