Safety
US Looks to Increase Fines for Untimely Recalls
In the wake of the massive GM ignition switch recall, U.S. auto safety regulators want to increase the fines for untimely recalls.
Volvo Testing Self-Driving Cars on Public Roads
If you happen to be in Gothenburg, Sweden there’s a chance you’ll see a self-driving Volvo vehicle.
2015 GMC Canyon Adapts to Accept Child Seats
General Motors’ engineers have made life a little less worrisome for parents with small children.
Jaguar, Land Rover Announces Several Recalls
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is about to execute several recall small recall campaigns that will affect a wide range or models.
Behind the Scenes at a Crash Test Facility
Positive crash scores from the IIHS are like milk and honey to auto manufacturers, but how do those ratings come to be?
GM Profits Pancake on Recall Costs
Amid executing a recall covering 2.6 million vehicles, General Motors’ first quarter net income sank 86 percent compared to the same period a year ago.
GM Restructures Engineers in Wake of Massive Recalls
General Motors is shaking up its global engineering structure following the ongoing ignition switch recall.
Mazda6 Recalled for Possible Power Loss in Heavy Rain
A new recall campaign will see 5,700 Mazda6 sedans ranging from the 2014 and 2015 model years brought back to dealers for service.
Volvo Inflatable Child Seat Concept Revealed
Always known for its safety, Volvo is broadening its horizons by trying to make parents’ lives easier.
150,000 Volkswagen Passats Recalled for Faulty Headlights
If you own a 2012 or 2013 VW Passat, there’s a good chance that your car’s headlights will fail.
BMW Recalls 156,000 Vehicles For Camshaft Flaw
BMW will call back a long list of vehicles because of a problem with its “VANOS” variable camshaft timing.
GM Asks Employees to ‘Speak Up’ on Safety Issues
GM’s ongoing ignition switch scandal has left it with more than a bit of egg on the face; try an entire omelet.
Two GM Engineers Put on Paid Leave Following Recall
Two General Motors engineers are being put on paid leave as the company continues its internal ignition switch investigation.
Toyota’s Complicated Recall Announcement Simplified
Today, Toyota announced a spate of recalls that affect 6.4 million vehicles across the globe.
Chinese Car-Buyers Prefer Foreign Automotive Brands
China is the wild, wild east of the automotive industry. Home to more than 1 billion people and counting, it’s a hugely important market for car companies. There are many domestic brands over there but curiously foreign companies are making significant headway.
Ford Transit Connect Wagon Scores Top Safety Marks
The Ford Transit Connect Wagon is as safe as can be, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
GM Ignition Switch Recall Underway
The highly controverisal recall campaign that put General Motors in an unpleasant spotlight begins this week.
Consumer Reports Withdraws Midsize SUV Recommendations
Honda, Kia and Mazda have something particularly regrettable in common today.
Mazda Recalls 88,000 Cars Globally for ECU Tweak
Mazda’s fuel-saving i-ELOOP technology is causing trouble and needs to be tweaked so the company is calling back vehicles outfitted with it.
Cars of the Future Might Not Have Side View Mirrors
The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and Tesla are hoping to be allowed to leave side-view mirrors behind.
Cadillac ELR Recalled for Flawed Stability Control
Cadillac’s extended range electric car has barely been on sale long enough for people to realize it’s available, and it’s already being recalled.
Nissan Recalls Almost 1M Vehicles for Airbag Glitch
If you bought a Nissan vehicle from the 2013 or 2014 model year, there’s a good chance your car is being recalled.
Five-Point Inspection: 2014 Volvo S60 T6 AWD
We are on the cusp of a minor revolution at Volvo. A set of new Drive-E powertrains, updated models and all-new offerings are almost here. Despite the new technology, increased efficiency and updated styling, one key pillar of Volvo will remain: safety. SEE ALSO: 2013 Volvo S60 T6 R-Design Review – Video And we don’t…
There May Soon be 9,000 ‘Talking’ Cars on Michigan Roads
It won’t be long before cars can communicate with each other, relaying real-time safety information to reduce accidents and save lives.
