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Toyota Prius V Recalled Over Airbag Issue
Toyota is calling back 5,000 Prius V vehicles to fix an issue with the occupant detection system that may cause the passenger airbag to not deploy.
GM Ignition Switch Death Count Reaches 45
The number of deaths related to the GM ignition switch recall continues to rise.
Subaru Recalls 200K Vehicles for Brake Issue
Subaru is calling back 200,000 vehicles once again to fix an issue with the brake lines.
Effects of Driving High on Marijuana Still Unclear
With recreational marijuana use becoming legal in some states, the question of how dangerous it is and its effects while driving are being called to question.
GM Recalls 83,000 Trucks, SUVs for Ignition Switches
General Motors is still in the throes of dealing with faulty ignition switches moving into 2015.
Ram Recalls Almost 67,000 Pickup Trucks
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced that it will recall 66,819 Ram pickup trucks.
Students Asked to Admit Drunk Driving for Scholarship
Colorado students are getting an unusual opportunity to receive a college scholarship this spring.
NHTSA Closes 3 Chrysler Defect Investigations
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has closed three Chrysler defect investigations which all resulted in recalls.
Takata President Steps Down
Takata Corp. announced today that Stefan Stocker is stepping down from his position as the company’s president.
Porsche 918 Spyder Recalled Again
Porsche is calling back its most expensive model once again, this time to fix an issue with the chassis.
Mercedes Fuel Leak Probe Closed by NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed a probe looking into Mercedes E-Class vehicles for a fuel leak issue.
IIHS Top Safety Picks Nearly Double in 2014
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has handed out its top safety award to nearly double the amount of vehicles compared to last year.
BMW Joins Takata Airbag Recall Expansion
BMW has joined other automakers including Ford and Chrysler in expanding its Takata airbag recall nationwide.
Teen Drivers at Higher Risk in Older Cars: Study
Advanced safety technologies might seem like luxury items, but they’re saving lives.
Chrysler Recalls 280K Pickups Over Axle Issue
Chrysler is calling back about 280,000 Dodge Ram pickup trucks to fix a problem with the rear axle.
2015 Dodge Challenger Earns Five-Star Crash Rating
The 2015 Dodge Challenger has received a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Traffic Fatalities Expected to Spike this Holiday Season
If you’re planning on driving this holiday season, be extra careful.
Ford Bows to NHTSA, Expands Takata Recall
Ford has agreed to expand its Takata airbag recall at the request of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Takata CEO Issues Open Letter in Print Ads
In the midst of a crisis over defective airbags, Takata’s CEO has issued an open letter to the public.
Takata Says it Has Sufficient Funds for Recall
The massive Takata airbag recall is now affecting about 21 million vehicles worldwide, but the company says it has the funds to deal with it.
Rosekind Confirmed as New Head of NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has named a new head administrator.
NHTSA to Force Expansion of Takata Airbag Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) plans to force three automakers to conduct a recall of driver-side Takata airbags.
Drunk Driving Deaths Declined in 2013
Drunk driving deaths in the U.S. were on the decline in 2013 according to new data by the Department of Transportation.
GM Ignition Switch Death Toll Still Rising
The number of people who will be compensated by General Motors because of faulty ignition switches in small cars is still climbing.
