After winning “Good” marks in five categories of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash test criteria—frontal impact small overlap; frontal impact moderate overlap; roof strength; side impact; and head restraints—the Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist)- and Forward Collision Warning-equipped 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan has claimed the distinction of a 2017 Top Safety Pick. As…
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…
Crash tests are important, but it’s still sad to see such a beautiful vehicle get totaled Plenty has already been said about the performance that the Alfa Romeo Giulia supplies to drivers. Far less has been said about the Giulia’s safety capabilities. As it turns out, this is another area where the Giulia excels, as…
NHTSA Awards 2015 Cadillac CTS a Five-Star Overall Safety Rating ©GM The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has recently awarded the 2015 Cadillac CTS a five-star overall safety rating, reports Edmunds. The CTS sedan performed quite exceptionally, claiming five stars in the front crash test, the side crash test, and even the rollover test….
Volvo’s focus on In-Car Quality Air has caused them to partner with Blueair, enabling them to offer Volvo drivers clean, fresh air in their cars no matter what the air is like outside. Volvo is known for their focus on safety, but doesn’t stop at child safety, airbags, seatbelts, or crash tests. Volvo Cars has…
Photo: Mazda It’s no secret that Mazda offers some of the safest vehicles on the market. The Japanese automaker’s models have raked in the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ ratings. And now, the new Mazda CX-30 has scored the highest possible safety grade based on its performance in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration crash tests. Drive…
The disappearance of the Nissan Versa from the U.S. market marked the end of an era for budget-conscious car buyers. Once the cheapest new vehicle sold in America, the subcompact sedan became a casualty of rising tariffs on Mexican-built vehicles, forcing Nissan to rethink how it approaches affordability in the U.S.
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 enters the crowded small crossover segment alongside a number of all-new competitors. Despite being in its fourth generation, the RAV4 still offers plenty of standard and optional features to get drivers excited, and the 2016 model year includes some thrilling new features to ensure the crossover doesn’t fall into a design…
In a world full of decent mid-size sedan options, the 2017 Kia Optima stands out thanks to its eye-catching exterior, well-designed cabin, and numerous powertrain options. With a starting MSRP of just $22,200, the new Kia Optima also offers exceptional value and even comes standard with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. When you combine this with…
The 2015 Kia Sedona combines affordability with luxury, offering a variety of standard features for a lower price. With standard sliding seats and unbeatable connectivity, the 2015 Sedona makes it easy to become a soccer mom. Add the powerful 3.3-liter V6 engine and you won’t be bothered when it’s your turn to carpool. Related: The History…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is an independent, nonprofit organization that was established in 1959 in Arlington, Virginia, by three major insurance agencies. Over fifty-plus years, the IIHS has evolved to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the automotive industry and is increasingly committed to significantly decreasing…
The 2017 Lincoln MKX is a five-passenger luxury SUV that distinguishes itself from other premium competitors by simply offering more. The Black Label trim makes the purchasing process and ownership experience more personal than ever before, while features like 22-way power-adjustable seats and a 19-speaker sound system make you wonder at what point you no…
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…
Nearly one year to the date since the announcement that a hydrogen-powered Hyundai vehicle was on its way, and six months since the Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV arrived in California, the Korean brand is announcing more good news for the future of hydrogen power. Green Car Journal has released its nominations for its annual eco-conscious automotive awards….
If the word “cloaking device” makes you think of Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak or the Romulans in Star Trek, your associations may soon be overridden by none other than Toyota, which has filed a patent application for a cloaking device…that would be used to make it easier for you to see out of your car….
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