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2014 Cadillac SRX Earns Five-Star NHTSA Safety Rating
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has given the 2014 Cadillac SRX an overall five-star safety rating.
2014 Chrysler 200 Earns Four-Star Crash Rating
The 2014 Chrysler 200 has earned a four-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Chrysler Fuel Tank Warranties Extended
Chrysler is extending the fuel tank warranties on 2006 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Magnum models to lifetime coverage.
2014 Kia Sportage Recalled for Incorrect Tire Pressure Label
South Korean auto maker Kia is calling back 11,961 of its Sportage crossovers from the 2014 model year.
Porsche Confirms GT3 Sales Halted For Fire Investigation
Porsche has confirmed rumors that it has suspended sales of its high-performance GT3 model after several reported fires.
Porsche Reportedly Halts Sale of GT3 Over Fire Risk
Sales of the Porsche 911 GT3 have reportedly been stopped as the German automaker investigates a possible fire hazard with the sports car.
Mazda CX-9 Under Investigation for Brake Issues
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation on the 2010-2011 Mazda CX-9 large crossover for a possible brake issue.
Chevy Cobalt, Pontiac G5 Recall Affects 778,000 Cars
General Motors has announced a recall involving roughly 778,562 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles for an issue that can cause the engine, airbags, and other electronic components to turn off.
2014 Ford Focus Earns Top NHTSA Safety Rating
The 2014 Ford Focus has, once again, received top marks from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) when it comes to safety.
How do Winter Tires Work?
With the Midwest and eastern states smothered in snow and accosted by abnormally frigid temperatures, this winter has been uncommonly excruciating for people in the Northern U.S. Given the brutal weather, tires are a surprisingly appropriate subject for discussion.
Honda, Toyota Minivans Score Five-Star Safety Ratings
Honda and Toyota both topped the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s crash test ratings, earning five stars.
Toyota Close to $1B Settlement With Feds: Report
Toyota might reach a deal soon with the U.S. Department of Justice that would close a criminal investigation into the way it disclosed customer complaints about unintended acceleration.
Winter Weather Cuts MPGs by One Third: Study
It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that colder weather hurts fuel economy, but you might be surprised to learn how steep the penalties can be.
Crash Deaths Among Children Drop 43 Percent
Despite a big decline in the number of children under the age of 12 killed in car crashes, automotive accidents remain a leading cause of death among the age group.
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Gets Mixed Safety Rating
The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee has received mixed safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
2008 Honda Accord Probed for Possible Airbag Issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into a possible airbag defect with the 2008 Honda Accord.
Aston Martin Gas Pedal Recall Expands by 5,000
Aston Martin is expanding an earlier recall to include 5,001 more models with fragile gas pedals that might break.
NHTSA Moving Ahead With Car-to-Car Communication
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said today that it will start taking steps toward bringing vehicle-to-vehicle communication to reality for light vehicles.
Toyota Expected to Ask for Pass on Non-Compliant Seats
News broke last week of Toyota issuing a notice to its dealers halting sales on eight models, but the company is expected to seek a waiver from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on the issue.
Tesla Issues Recall for Fire Risk with Connector
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall affecting 29,222 Tesla Model S vehicles and the possible fire risk with their NEMA 14-50 Universal Mobile Connector (UMC).
Toyota Halts Sales of Eight Models Over Safety Hazard
Toyota is informing its North American dealers to stop selling almost every model it offers while a fire risk is being assessed.
2014 Honda CR-V Earns NHTSA Five-Star Safety Rating
The 2014 Honda CR-V has earned a five-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
GM Pickup Truck Fire Risk Recall Expanded
General Motors has expanded its recall on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models for a possible fire hazard.
Honda Fit Loses Consumer Reports Recommendation
The Honda Fit is no longer recommended by Consumer Reports after it scored poorly in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) latest crash tests.
