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New drivers forbidden from making phone calls even via hands-free systems like Apple CarPlay

Isuzu D-MAX and MU-X recalled over steering issue

More than 15,000 Isuzu vehicles have been recalled due to a potentially defective steering component

Recall wrap: Mitsubishi key fobs pose choking hazard

Key fobs of various models may not feature the required button battery warnings

Safety recalls added to government’s PPSR security registry

Used car buyers can now check if the vehicle they want to buy has any outstanding recall notices

2023 Toyota RAV4 Beats Most Competitors in New Crash Test

What is the new IIHS rear-seat passenger crash test? How well did the 2023 RAV4 score in this new crash test? How did other popular compact SUVs fare in this new IIHS crash test? Why did the IIHS add ...

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Impala One of the Safest, Most Affordable Used Full-Size Sedans?

2020 Chevrolet Impala crash safety ratings Does the 2020 Chevrolet Impala have driver’s assistance features? Other Impala specs How much is a used 2020 Chevrolet Impala? Not all the excitement surrounding cars comes from blazing quarter-mile times, smoking tires, ...

Only 2 EV SUVs Land 2023 IIHS Top Safety Pick Crash Tests

What other midsize SUVs won in this IIHS safety category? Why have the IIHS safety tests become stricter? How did this year compare to last year? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is rolling out its 2023 crash test ...

What Was the First Car to Feature Pop-Up Headlights?

Auburn Automobile’s 1936 Cord 810 What are pop-up headlights for? Are pop-up headlights banned today? When people think of pop-up headlights, many minds go straight to the 1980s. The C4 Corvette, the Porsche 944, the Ferrari F40, and even ...

Cheapest Lexus Car in 2023 Is Also the Safest

The cheapest Lexus car in 2023 is the 2023 Lexus UX 2023 UX is the safest new Lexus model: IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award Safety features in the Lexus UX Lexus, Toyota’s luxury car brand, offers a range of ...

Recall wrap: Land Rover Defender 130 recalled before launch

Third-row latch problematic for new Land Rover Defender 130; Bentley Continental GTC strikes airbag trouble

Only 1 EV Scored Top For All 2023 IIHS Safety Crash Tests

How many 2023 midsize EV SUVs are in the safety test? How many IIHS EV safety tests are there? What safety features does the Mustang Mach-E EV come with? What are the wait times for the 2023 Mustang Mach-E? ...

Daytime running lights reduce chances of a crash

Calls for legislators to mandate DRLs as Australian study finds big reduction in crash risk

6 Steps to Take if Your Car Catches on Fire, According to Consumer Reports

1. Pull over and shut off the car 2. Driver and passengers exit and get at least 100 feet away 3. Call 911 4. Attempt to put the fire out only if you have the proper equipment 5. Don’t ...

What Are Mazda i-ACTIVESENSE Safety Features?

What is Activesense on Mazda? What Mazda cars have Activesense? How does Mazda blind spot monitoring work? Is Activesense a good safety system? Mazda i-ACTIVESENSE is a suite of advanced safety features to enhance the overall driving experience. These ...

Volvo XC90 Earns 2023 Top Safety Pick+ Award From IIHS

The Volvo XC90 midsize SUV has earned a 2023 Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This is after the IIHS strengthened the requirements for its Top Safety Pick (TSP) and Top Safety Pick+ ...

Skoda trials smart grilles and robots for safer pedestrian crossings

New robot being developed by Skoda to harness power of AI and robot-to-car communication

Recall Alert: Nissan Recalls 800,000 Rogue SUVs for Ignition Problems

Which Nissan Rogue SUV models are subject to this recall? What’s causing these Nissan SUVs to be recalled? Has this faulty key fob caused any recent Nissan Rogue crashes? What is the fix for this Nissan Rogue recall? How ...

Vast majority of child car restraints are incorrectly installed

Kidsafe Victoria reveals the unnerving percentage child car seats that aren’t fitted properly

5 Terrible Cars With Only 3 Wheels: Why Were so Many Built?

Why aren’t cars with three wheels more common? Reliant Robin Peel P50 The Hoffman Bond Microcar BMW Isetta How stable are cars with three wheels? Are three-wheeled cars safe? If a milking stool is a stable way for a ...

Drive Safely: 5 Bad Driving Habits You Need to Stop Right Now

Accelerating through yellow lights Merging improperly Not using turn signals Forgetting to turn on the headlights Climbing traffic is a seriously bad habit Do you drive safely? Most of us think we do, but nearly all of us are ...

Recall wrap: Porsche, Audi and Ford cars recalled

Porsche Panamera, Audi A6 and A7 and Ford Escape models called back to the workshop for various issues

Small Cars are Much More Dangerous than Bigger Cars and SUVs

Are small cars less safe? What does the IIHS say about small car safety? How much does a car’s safety rating matter? The top 20 most dangerous cars on the road Staying safe in your car is no easy ...

Cheapest Toyota Car in 2023 Is Also 1 of the Safest

The cheapest Toyota car in 2023 is the 2023 Toyota Corolla 2023 Corolla is one of the safest Toyota models: IIHS Top Safety Pick award Safety features in the Toyota Corolla The 2023 Toyota Corolla is very successful for ...

11 Car Safety Features and Systems Designed to Prevent Collisions and Save Lives

Forward collision warning can you alert the driver of the dangers that lie ahead Lane departure warning aims to keep you between the lines Rear cross-traffic alert saves your car when in reverse Blind spot warning detect the spaces ...

The 2023 Rivian R1T and 2023 Toyota Tundra Battle for Top Spot in Critical Category

What is the safest pickup truck? How does a pickup truck get the Top Safety Pick+ rating? Is the Rivian R1T a good pickup truck? Is the 2023 Toyota Tundra a good truck? Safety is something we don’t spend ...

How Safe Is the 2023 Toyota GR Supra?

The 2023 Toyota GR Supra offers plenty of safety equipment What do the experts say about Toyota GR Supra? Although it’s safe, the GR Supra really shines in one area The 2023 GR Supra is Toyota’s halo sports car ...

Spring Driving Challenges, Get Ready for Pothole Season

How much damage do potholes cause each year? How do potholes form? What car parts can become damaged by potholes in the road? Tires Wheels Suspension Exhaust Body As winter passes and spring begins to thaw the cold away, ...

Not a Single GM Vehicle Found On IIHS 2023 Top Safety Picks List

Did anything change this year with IIHS safety testing? How many vehicles received an IIHS award for 2023? Has GM done this poorly before? Every year the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety does its Top Safety Picks. The organization ...

The Cheapest Honda Car In 2023 Is Also the Safest

What is the cheapest Honda car in the 2023 lineup? How safe is the 2023 Honda Civic? What makes the IIHS Top Safety Pick award so special? Honda has always been for making some of the most cost-effective and ...

3 Safest Toyota Cars In 2023

1. 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 2. 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan 3. 2023 Toyota Camry What do Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick + mean? The three safest Toyota cars Toyota has always been known for producing some of ...

Hyundai Ioniq 6, Lexus RX smash ANCAP records

Ioniq 6, RX respectively rank top for adult occupant, vulnerable road user protection

Recall wrap: Mercedes-Benz cars caught up in multiple recalls

GLE, ML, C-Class, E-Class among various Mercedes-Benz models under recall as Land Rover SUVs hit too

ANCAP: Hyundai IONIQ 6 and Lexus RX set new safety records

New electric sedan and luxury SUV go big on adult occupant and vulnerable road user protection

Tesla recalls 362,000 vehicles

Elon Musk declares US government recall for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system “anachronistic and just flat wrong!”

Tesla recalls 362,000 cars after regulator said 'Full Self Driving' increases crash risk

And dozens of employees fired after attempting to form a union

Is it Better to Brace For Impact or Relax in a Car Accident?

Car accidents happen more often than we would like. Studies have shown that 77% of drivers have experienced an accident at least once in their lifetime. Many of those accidents have led to injuries, which made us wonder: Is it ...

Are elderly drivers a danger on our roads?

Research says no – but they do face discrimination and are at high risk in one particular scenario

Mixed results from latest ANCAP tests

Alfa Romeo Tonale, Citroen C5 X, GWM Ora get five stars; four for BMW i4, Peugeot 308

Recall wrap: Cupra Leon and Formentor could have loose radiators

Meantime, nearly 200 Bentley Continentals are being recalled due to a fire risk

NHTSA Issues ‘Do Not Drive’ Advisories for Older Honda and Acura Models

Which Honda and Acura models are affected and why? Will the recall solution cost the owner money? Should I drive my 2001-03 Acura or Honda if the recall fix has not been done? Is it safe to buy a ...

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