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Newer Airbags Safety Claims May Be Inflated, Says IIHS
As time goes on and innovations are being implemented to existing safety products, you’d think that they would get, well, safer. But that might not be the case when it comes to the newest type of airbag, as a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows. Raising all kinds of questions about…
Kia Tops Lists of Manufacturers Preferred by Women
It’s no mystery what women really want… well, at least that’s the case when it comes to cars. Unlike men, who are easily swayed by bold design statements, sexy lines and flashy performance, women are more impressed by vehicles that are practical, economical and safe. To back up the claim that women like their cars…
The Next Big Safety Innovation: Emergency Steer Assist Helps Drivers Avoid Collisions
We’re starting to hear about features that will help drivers avoid certain car accidents, such as Ford’s Collision Warning System and Volvo’s City Safety (stops a vehicle from a low-speed impact). And according to Continental AG, the next big thing is on its way – the ability to avoid collisions at normal driving speeds. Continental…
Volkswagen Mandates Workout Program in New Tennessee Plant
If you want to work at Volkswagen, you’d better start hitting the gym. This is especially true if you work at the company’s Chattanooga, Tennessee plant, where new hires are required not only to take the usual job training, but also go through a fitness program. In the attempt to build an “industrial athlete” –…
Don’t Expect Any Recalls With the Motormouse
If you’re tired about hearing of all the automotive recalls that seem to be hitting the news daily, you’ll want to get behind the Motormouse. So it’s not the ideal family vehicle, but it will look good next to your PC. Inspired by the Porsche 911, you may have seen the Motormouse on the BBC…
Stagnant Windshield-Washer Water Could Lead to a Fatal Disease
Warning: Your car may be hazardous to your health. And we’re not talking about the usual dangers that being on the road entail. Your windshield-washer water may be making your car contagious. A new report from the U.K.’s Health Protection Agency (HPA) suggests that your windscreen-washer tank might be harboring some unwanted guests – namely,…
For the Man Who Has Everything – $3 Million Bugatti Veyron Diamond Edition Model
Haven’t got Dad a gift for Father’s Day yet? Forgo the last-minute dash to 7-11 for usual card and Oh Henry! gift combo and order him a Bugatti Veyron Diamond Edition model car. The Bugatti Veyron – the most expensive new production car in the world – is the inspiration for this ridiculous expensive dinky…
Car Insurance Drops To Lowest Rates in Two Years
Count your blessings (and the extra cash in your wallet) if you’re planning on buying car insurance in the very near future. Start shopping around, because in the next few weeks, insurance rates are going to be the lowest they’ve been in more than two years. Let’s look at the numbers. In April, the lowest…
Is There a Female-Friendly Car That Still Appeals to Men?
As most women can tell you, driving in high heels is not an easy feat. And where do you put your over-sized purse or laptop bag where it’s still easy to access, even when there’s someone in the passenger seat? These are the concerns that have been raised by those designing cars in an attempt…
Volkswagen, Audi and Hyundai Make It To IIHS Top Safety Picks
The latest vehicles to earn membership into the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) 2010 Top Safety Pick Award club are Volkswagen, Audi and Hyundai. Earning the highest rating possible from the non-profit research organization are the 2010 Audi A4 and Q5, Hyundai Tucson, Lincoln MKT, and Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. Also making the list are…
Ohio Cops Play Guessing Games When it Comes to Giving Tickets
Pick a number between 0 and 100. That’s the game cops are allowed to play when giving out speeding tickets. A recent decision by the Ohio Supreme Court has just ruled the police officers can now give traffic citations by using his or her best guess on how fast a vehicle is going. Radar guns…
Getting There is All the Fun With Vehicle Downloads for Garmin Nuvi
GPS has made our lives so much easier. So how do you improve the experience? Well, by making it much more fun to get to your destination. Get rid of that old arrow that shows you the way around and replace it with a cool icon that takes you anywhere you need to go. In…
New Jersey Decal Law Has Teens Seeing Red
In New Jersey, you can see a teen driver coming your way, thanks to a new law that requires drivers younger than 21 to put a small red decal on their license plates. But it’s not just the teens that are seeing red – it’s their parents as well. Many are concerned that it signals…
Teens Get To Simulate Distracted Driving on the Distractology 101 Tour
It’s easy to get distracted while you’re driving – especially if you’re a teen. Sometimes, the siren song of the cell phone can be too much to resist. In fact, recent studies state drivers under the age of 20 have the highest proportion of distracted drivers involved in fatal crashes at 16 percent. To combat…
Consumer Reports Finds Out Which Tires Offer More Fuel Savings
You’ll do anything to save money when filling up your vehicle, and you’ve even made sure that your tires are always properly inflated. But have you ever wondered what brand of tire will actually save you the most money when it comes to filling up? Consumer Reports did, and that’s why they decided to take…
Quality and Fuel Economy Influences Most Car Buyers
Car buyers are pretty loyal – they tend to stick with the same brand when it comes time to buying a new car. But if they were to switch sides, a new Consumer Reports survey says that higher quality, better fuel economy, and a lower price are the big three factors influencing their decision. This…
Lamborghini Laptops Blow Other PCs Off The Information Highway
For geeks who like to like to go fast, but don’t necessarily want to reach dangerous speeds on the roads, you’ll be happy to know there’s a laptop for you. ASUS unveiled its new line of Lamborghini-inspired laptops at Computex 2010, so you can look hot cruising the information highway. Measuring in at 12.1” and…
Five of 12 Midsize SUVs Don’t Make The IIHS Roof Rollover Grade
Sometimes, okay just doesn’t cut it. Like when it comes to how well the roof of your midsize SUV holds up in a rollover. New results from the first roof strength tests on midsize SUVs conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) show that automakers still need to make improvements to these types…
Yokohoma Pumps Up Tire Safety Week With 6-Part Video Series
To help promote Tire Safety Week (which is on right now), Yokohama Tire Corporation has released a series of short educational videos on its website and YouTube. To start things off with a bang, the first video features off-road racing champion and TV commentator Cameron Steele discussing the importance of properly inflated tires. “Consumer awareness…
InstaVIN Lets You Check Vehicle Accident Reports From Your Cell
If you’re on the go and looking to do a little homework on that used car you’re thinking of buying, then InstaVIN is for you. A new text-message-based accident-history report search system, InstaVIN is free for a limited time and works along the same lines as CarFax. Here’s how it works: customers text a car’s…
The Tops Come Off – Video Helps You Pick Your Perfect Convertible
The wind in your hair, the tunes blazing, it’s time to hit the beach in your ultra-hot, super sexy convertible. What? You don’t have one? Summer’s right around the corner – what are you waiting for? If you’ve always dreamed of owning a convertible, but were unsure which one to choose, Consumer Reports has done…
Toyota, Chevrolet, Jeep and Kia Drive Off With IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards
The results are in and a host of new SUVs have made the cut. Joining the list for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick Award recipients are the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 2011 Kia Sorento, and the 2010 Toyota Highlander and Venza. It takes a sturdy…
Squeaky Clean Tips For Cleaning Your Car’s Interior
Are you afraid to look into the back seat of your car? Do you hear strange sounds or movements coming from under the pile of garbage, toys and discarded gym clothes? Yep, it’s time to take the shovel out of the garage and clean out your car. Cleaning your vehicle’s interior doesn’t have to take…
Survey: 1 in 5 Drivers Wouldn’t Pass A Driver’s Test
How many times have you cursed the driver who just cut you off for being an idiot? Or the one that sailed by you on the highway doing 50 over the speed limit. You’ve known it all along – nobody knows how to drive (except you, of course). And now there’s proof – the 2010…
