Safety
2015 Mustang Can Order Pizza Delivery On The Go
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In the latest of an ongoing series of technical briefings Ford showcased some of the advanced technology going in the brand-new 2015 Mustang. Some high-end driver-assistance features will be made available for the first time in addition to a host of new standard equipment.
GM Sued in California Over Ignition Switch Recall
General Motors is being sued in a California court for allegedly concealing widespread defects in its vehicles that led to fatal accidents.
Toyota to Pay $1.2 Billion Fine to Feds
Toyota will pay the largest penalty ever imposed against an automaker.
Volvo Using the Cloud to Warn Drivers of Slippery Roads
Volvo is developing another use or connected car technology meant to improve driving safety.
2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Engine Replacement Confirmed
Every one of Porsche’s already-built 2014 911 GT3 sports cars will undergo an engine replacement.
New Volvo Safety Tech Tracks Eye Movement
Volvo is looking in-car safety technology directly in the eye… Literally.
One Drink is Too Much for Older Drivers: Study
Depending on how old you are, there might be a new idea about how much is “too much” when it comes to drinking and getting behind the wheel.
2014 Ram ProMaster Van Recalled for Brake Problem
There’s another recall campaign for the Ram ProMaster this month.
GM Under NHTSA’s Microscope for Recall Timing
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating GM’s timeliness regarding its expanded ignition switch recall.
Google Lobbies Legislators to Leave Glass Alone
Google is trying to sway lawmakers from banning its Glass mobile computing device off of driver’s faces.
Audi A6 Aces Crash Tests, Surprises No One
Safety, apparently it’s important to a lot of people. Who knew? Aside from elegant design and a top-notch interior Audi A6 drivers have something else to crow about; the Bavarian four-door just received a five-star rating from the folks at U.S. NCAP, the highest score available.
GM Ignition-Switch Recall Expands to 1.3 Million Cars; 13 Fatalities Reported
GM is expanding an existing recall of 2003 through 2007 models to correct an ignition-switch defect.
Child Seat Weight Limit Labels Revised by Feds
Weight limit labels for child safety seats have been revised to account for the child’s weight and the seat itself.
Jeep Will Fix Flaw Exposed by Previous Recall
In the wake of one recall, Chrysler is crying “mea culpa” on another exposed by the previous fix.
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Recalled for Airbag Flaw
Approximately 733 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport crossovers from the 2013 model year are being called back because of a potential problem with the driver side seat-mounted airbags.
Michelin Premier All-Season Tire Review
Last month, Michelin took the first step in trying to revolutionize the tire industry.
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.
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.
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.
2015 Honda Fit Expected to Ace Crash Tests
It didn’t take long for Honda to address safety concerns around its Fit sub-compact hatchback raised by the IIHS’ small overlap crash test.
