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2017 Cadillac XT5 Earns Top Safety Pick+ From IIHS
Cadillac’s new crossover has earned top safety marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
2017 Chevrolet Volt Earns Top Safety Marks from IIHS
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has finally tested the second-generation Chevrolet Volt.
Nissan Recalls 134K Maxima, Murano Models Over Fire Risk
Nissan is recalling 134,000 vehicles over a fire risk.
Installing Child Seats is Getting Easier, IIHS Says
Three vehicles have earned a top rating of good+ on the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) LATCH ease-of-use ratings.
Takata Truck Carrying Airbag Inflators Explodes in Texas
A Takata truck exploded in Texas last week, causing one death and four injuries.
2017 Lincoln MKZ Named IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus
The 2017 Lincoln MKZ has earned the highest safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
Ford Recalls 97K Vehicles in the US Over Faulty Fuel Pumps and Windows
Ford has announced big recall.
Bentley Recalls Continental Flying Spur for Sunroofs that can Fly Off
Bentley’s sunroofs may not be attached right.
Should You Replace or Fix a Cracked Windshield?
Leaving the crack or chip and driving around with it is not an option.
ZF Recalls Nine-Speed Transmissions in FCA, Honda and Land Rover Vehicles
ZF is calling back its transmissions, affecting a number of different automakers.
Another Airbag Company is the Target of a Massive Investigation
Takata may not be the only airbag manufacturer with faulty products.
Ford Recalls 828K Vehicles Over Faulty Door Latches
Ford has issued a big recall for doors that are flying open.
IIHS Study Reveals Red Light Cameras Save Lives
Turning off red light cameras can cost lives, a new study has revealed.
Feature Focus: How Nissan’s Easy Fill Tire System Works
The system takes all the guesswork out of filling your tires.
Ads About ‘Self-Driving’ Mercedes Cars Are Misleading, Safety Groups Say
The groups allege that calling the E-Class “self-driving” gives buyers a “false sense of security.”
2017 Hyundai Elantra Improves to Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award
The 2017 Hyundai Elantra also received improvements in the safety department.
Ferrari and Mercedes are Selling Cars with Faulty Takata Airbags: Report
Ferrari and Mercedes-Benz are reportedly selling brand new vehicles with faulty Takata airbags.
GM Recalls 307K Impalas Over Airbag Issue
The 2009-2010 Impala is being recalled.
Study Shows Most Small Crossovers Have Bad Headlights
According to the IIHS, the main fault lies in headlight beams being aimed too high.
Tesla Under SEC Investigation for Not Disclosing Fatal Autopilot Crash to Investors
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is investigating whether Tesla should have disclosed a fatality to its investors.
2016 Toyota Prius, Prius Prime Perform Well in Crash Tests
Safety ratings, and their accompanying videos, from IIHS and NHTSA are giving thumbs up to the 2016 Toyota Prius and the soon-to-be launched Prius Prime plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.
Traffic Deaths Increased by 7.7 Percent Last Year
The most significant increases came for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Feds Open Investigation Into Ford Explorer Exhuast Leaks
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a probe into model year 2011-2015 Explorers over a possible exhaust leak.
Toyota Adds Child Models to Virtual Crash Dummy Lineup
Toyota has expanded its Total Human Model for Safety (THUMS) virtual crash dummy software.
