Vehicle Safety
5/23/2012
Summer is the most dangerous season for teen drivers
As summer starts, many teen drivers who recently got their license will be heading out on the road for the first time. read more »
5/18/2012
Study: Women better drivers than men
A new study by internet auto insurance provider 4AutoInsuranceQuote.com has found women to be better drivers than men - and it's not really very close. read more »
5/18/2012
IIHS names three new models as Top Safety Picks
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has named three new vehicles as Top Safety Picks in the latest round of testing for the consumer group, according to USA Today. read more »
5/9/2012
AAA: Risk of fatal accident rises with more teen passengers
While many teens celebrate getting their license, parents are likely less thrilled about their son or daughter heading out on the road for the first time. read more »
5/9/2012
Teens know texting while driving is dangerous; do it anyways
Texting while driving has become a concerning problem for safety officials, yet a recent study shows teens are still engaging in the behavior despite being aware of the danger. read more »
5/8/2012
All Hyundais to come with brake override systems
South Korean automaker Hyundai has announced that all of its models will come standard with brake override systems, beginning this month. read more »
5/4/2012
Used cars being sold without airbags
Many used cars are being unknowingly sold without airbags due to thieves stealing the safety devices from inside the steering wheels, reports KOMO News in Seattle. read more »
4/25/2012
Study: Returning soldiers at higher risk for accidents
A new report indicates that soldiers are at an increased risk for car accidents after returning home from deployment, according to USA Today. read more »
4/24/2012
New technology may help seniors drive
The Intelligent Transport team at Newcastle University has been conducting studies in order to find out exactly what gives seniors trouble when they're out on the road. read more »
4/20/2012
Nissan sponsors distracted driving seminars
Nissan has announced that it will sponsor more "ThinkFast" events put on at local high schools by the Tennessee Governor's Highway Safety Office (GHSO), in an effort to reach teen drivers about the dangers of drunk and distracted driving. read more »
4/13/2012
NHTSA proposes new brake overrides
In the wake of the Toyota recall scandal, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is proposing a new mandatory system for all cars that could prevent fatal accidents of that nature from occurring again. read more »
4/12/2012
Certain footwear can lead to unsafe driving
A recent survey found that both men and women have a problem when it comes to unsafe driving - namely, the shoes on their feet. read more »
4/11/2012
Death and taxes: Accident rate rises on April 15th
As the old saying goes, "nothing is certain but death and taxes," and on April 15th, the two seem to coincide in a disturbing way, reports Bloomberg. read more »
3/30/2012
Google shows off self-driving car with blind man as the pilot
Google has demonstrated that its design for a self-driving car works by letting a blind man get behind the wheel, reports Fox News. read more »
3/29/2012
BMW recalling cars for loose battery cable
Luxury automaker BMW is recalling more than 300,000 vehicles for an issue with a battery cable that could potentially lead to a fire, reports The Associated Press. read more »
3/12/2012
IIHS names Nissan Versa a Top Safety Pick
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has named the Nissan Versa a Top Safety Pick for the first time. read more »
3/7/2012
Chrysler announces "salt belt" recall for Jeep Liberty
Chrysler has announced that it will be recalling 200,000 Jeep Liberty SUVs from the 2004-2005 model years due to an issue with salt corrosion. read more »
2/29/2012
Bill Ford: Technology needed to solve traffic issues
Ford executive chairman Bill Ford is urging automakers to work with the technology industry to solve the growing problem of traffic, according to The Associated Press. read more »
2/24/2012
Safety regulators investigate airbag issues
Federal safety regulators are looking into an issue with side curtain airbags that appears to be affecting multiple automakers, reports The Detroit News. read more »
2/21/2012
Consumer Reports: New vehicle communications could improve safety
Consumer Reports is typically considered to be an authority on all things automotive, as their vehicle reviews are among the most trusted in the industry. read more »
2/16/2012
New car smell could be toxic, some cars more offensive than others
Many drivers take pleasure in the scent of a new car, but a recent report published by researchers at the Ecology Center indicates that which smells sweet may in fact be dangerous. read more »
2/13/2012
GM crossovers will include new airbag
New General Motors crossovers will include a first-of-its-kind airbag system designed to create a buffer between driver and passenger, reports The New York Times. read more »
1/31/2012
NHTSA steps up investigation into Jeep Liberty
Nearly 400,000 Jeep Liberty SUVs are currently being investigated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) after reports that the airbags deployed suddenly and without warning in the vehicles, reports The Detroit News. read more »
1/30/2012
Parents lax about carpooling booster seats
By now, most parents are aware of the safety benefits of booster seats in for small children, and many states have laws on the books that require their usage. read more »
1/23/2012
NHTSA closes investigation on Chevrolet Volt
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has closed its investigation into the Chevrolet Volt fire incident, clearing General Motors of any wrongdoing. read more »
1/18/2012
Toyota's unintended acceleration: driver error or electronics flaw?
Toyota's unintended acceleration scandal dominated the auto industry headlines for a long time, as it was alleged that safety flaws in the vehicle caused numerous fatal accidents. read more »
1/16/2012
BMW to recall 90,000 Mini Coopers
BMW has announced that it will be recalling more than 90,000 Mini Cooper models for a problem that could potentially lead to engine fires, reports The Detroit News. read more »
1/16/2012
In-car infotainment systems: cool, dangerous or both?
Many automakers debuted their latest in-car infotainment systems at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, renewing the debate over whether or not these systems were truly safe or contribute to distracted driving. read more »
1/5/2012
Chevrolet Volt to receive safety enhancements
General Motors has announced that it will be making extra safety improvements to the Chevrolet Volt after a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash test caused the car to catch fire weeks later, according to a press release. read more »
1/4/2012
AAA challenges motorists to examine driving behavior
Although motor vehicle safety is improving every year, advocates are urging drivers not to simply sit back and let technology reduce the number of accidents. read more »
12/24/2011
LaHood says hands-free calling devices should not be banned
It's not often that the government disagrees with itself when it comes to vehicle safety, but that's exactly what's happened with the controversy over the National Transportation Safety Board's (NTSB) recent recommendation to ban the usage of cell phones and hands-free devices in all states. read more »
12/14/2011
NTSB recommends cell phone ban
The decision whether or not to ban cell phone usage in vehicles is up to each state, but the federal government still has some say in this process. read more »
12/12/2011
NHTSA wants standard push-button start
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed a new rule that would make all manufacturers' push-button start systems work the same way, reports Bloomberg. read more »
12/12/2011
Faulty studs could cause wheels to fall off certain Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan vehicles
Ford will begin recalling a number of Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan vehicles from the 2010 and 2011 model years for an issue with the wheels. read more »
12/12/2011
NHTSA reveals latest safety ratings
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently revealed the results of its latest batch of safety tests, which included several high-profile models. read more »
12/9/2011
Safety group suing NHTSA over Toyota unintended acceleration
The Toyota unintended acceleration scandal that dominated much of the automotive headlines last year has been essentially forgotten about since it was found that driver error and not Toyota was responsible for the accidents. read more »
12/2/2011
GM may buy back fire-prone Volts
General Motors has already offered loaner cars to drivers who are worried about the potential of their Chevrolet Volt catching on fire after a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration investigation found that the model's battery could combust in post-crash situations. read more »
12/1/2011
Subaru recalls several models for braking issue
Subaru of America has issued a recall and a stop sell order for certain 2012 Impreza, Outback and Legacy models that were built within the past month after receiving numerous complaints from drivers about the brakes not responding correctly. read more »
11/30/2011
Chrysler recalling 500 and Journey for braking issue
Chrysler has announced that it will be recalling hundreds of Fiat 500 and Dodge Journey vehicles made in 2011 due to a mistake made during the assembly process, reports Autoblog. read more »
11/29/2011
NHTSA opens investigation into Volt fires, GM responds
After a Chevrolet Volt that was in storage at National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) facilities spontaneously caught on fire, the goverment agency and General Motors are both launching an investigation into the cause of the fire. read more »
11/16/2011
NHTSA awards first perfect crash rating to... the Chevy Camaro?
Most think of the Chevrolet Camaro as a car that's only concerned with horsepower and torque, which hasn't done much for their safety reputation. read more »
11/11/2011
Chicago cracks down on cell phone users
Many states and some major cities have instituted bans on using cell phones while driving, issuing tickets to those who engage in this potentially dangerous practice. read more »
11/11/2011
NHTSA investigates fire weeks after Volt crash
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating the Chevrolet Volt after a strange fire occurred weeks after the vehicle was in a crash. read more »
11/10/2011
Toyota to recall more than half a million vehicles
Toyota has announced the recall of 550,000 Lexus and Toyota vehicles, primarily in the United States, for an issue that could make it difficult to steer. read more »
11/8/2011
GM to add new airbag to some vehicles
General Motors has announced a new safety feature that is designed to protect the driver in the event of an uncommon, but still dangerous, type of collision. read more »
11/1/2011
Study: Passengers provide the biggest distractions
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating new infotainment systems to ensure that they don't distract drivers on the road, but the biggest distractions may actually come from another source - the passengers themselves. read more »
10/31/2011
Study: Women 47 percent more likely to be injured in car accident
A recent report published in the American Journal of Public Health states that women are 47 percent more likely to be injured in a car crash than men, with the data assuming that the party in question is wearing a seat belt. read more »
10/28/2011
Volvo recall for faulty spare tire information
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently announced there will be a recall on certain Volvo S60 sedans and C70 convertibles that were manufactured between 2006 and 2012. read more »
10/27/2011
Tips for safe driving on Halloween
Halloween is just a few days away, which means the streets will be filled with kids in costumes and drivers should take extra precaution on this spooky holiday. read more »
10/27/2011
GM recalls certain new Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain crossovers
A recall on approximately 34,000 General Motors vehicles for tire issues was recently announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. read more »