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NHTSA Ends Investigation into Jeep Gas Tank Fires
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ended its investigation into 2.7 million Jeep SUVs for gas tank fires without demanding a new recall.
Chrysler SUV Fires Probed Further by Feds
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has upgraded its investigation into 593,000 Chrysler SUVs for fire incidents involving the vehicles’ headliners.
Revised Backup Camera Rule Under White House Review
After numerous delays, the Obama administration is now reviewing a revised rule that would require automakers to install backup cameras in more of their vehicles.
Automakers, Government Invest in Alcohol Detection Tech
The federal government and 15 automakers have announced a deal to extend research on advanced alcohol detection technology.
Mercedes C-Class Taillight Probe Upgraded
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has upgraded its probe on the 2008-2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class to an engineering analysis due to a rear tail light failure.
2014 Kia Soul Awarded NHTSA Five-Star Safety Rating
The 2014 Kia Soul has earned a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
2014 Tesla Model S Retains Five-Star Safety Rating
Amidst the ongoing investigation on the Tesla Model S fires, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted the model year 2014 Model S with its five-star safety rating.
NHTSA to Announce Plans for Advanced Safety Tech
Outgoing NHTSA administrator David Strickland is expected to announce the agency’s plans for vehicle-to-vehicle communications and automatic braking soon.
2014 Buick LaCrosse Earns NHTSA Five-Star Safety Score
The 2014 Buick LaCrosse has earned a five-star safety score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Dodge Viper Probe Closed by Federal Safety Regulators
A government investigation of Dodge Viper sports cars ranging from the 2003 to 2010 model years is closed.
BMW Recalling Over 76K Vehicles for Airbag Flaw
The pressure-sensing mat meant to determine whether the front passenger airbag will deploy is causing BMW to recall 76,565 vehicles in the U.S.
2014 Kia Sedona Scores Five-Star Crash Rating
Kia’s 2014 Sedona minivan is one of the latest vehicles to earn a five-star crash safety rating.
Volkswagen Tiguan Recalled for Lighting Fault
Volkswagen is recalling 62,155 of its Tiguan crossovers from the 2009 to 2011 model years because of a flaw with the exterior lighting.
Nearly Half of US Drivers Think Speeding is a Problem: Study
According to a recent survey by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly half of drivers say speeding is a problem in the U.S.
NHTSA Chief David Strickland is Stepping Down
The chief of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), David Strickland, has announced that he is stepping down as the nation’s top auto safety regulator.
NHTSA Plans for Boom in Older Drivers in Next 5 Years
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced new five-year traffic safety plan and guidelines for older drivers and passengers.
Dodge Dart ‘Mopar 13’ Recalled for Airbag Flaw
Chrysler is issuing a recall for certain Dodge Dart sedans because the airbags might not deploy properly.
NHTSA Requests Internally Circulated Tesla Documents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has formally requested detailed records from Tesla’s internal investigation on the Model S fire incidents.
BMW i3 Scores Four-Star Rating in European Crash Tests
BMW is breaking new ground with its i3 city car, but European crash test results might be a sign of problems to come.
NHTSA Plans New Phone-Vehicle Integration Guidelines
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that it will be releasing new voluntary guidelines for smartphone integration with vehicles next year.
Volkswagen Tiguan Under Government Safety Probe
Roughly 61,000 SUVs from Volkswagen are the subject of an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Traffic Fatalities Fell 4.2 Percent in First Half of 2013: NHTSA
After increasing 5.3 percent last year, traffic fatalities have dropped 4.2 percent in the first half of 2013 according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
NHTSA Investigating Jeep Liberty for Potential Fire Risk
“Give me liberty, or give me death!” This famous quotation is attributed to American patriot Patrick Henry. His willingness to lay down his life for a cause is enviable but we’re pretty sure he wouldn’t want to die by fire. As such it’s a good thing he doesn’t drive a Jeep Liberty.
UPDATE: Hyundai Voluntarily Recalling Genesis Sedan for Brake Problem
Hyundai’s Genesis Sedan is being probed for potential brake problems. Some 40,000 cars are under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s microscope.
