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Recalls BMW, Mazda, Subaru, Toyota Settle Takata Airbag Claims For $553M

BMW, Mazda, Subaru, Toyota Settle Takata Airbag Claims For $553M

They are the first of 19 affected manufacturers in the U.S. to reach a settlement.
By Christopher Smith May 19, 2017
Safety Compare Old Versus New In Shocking Toyota Corolla Crash Test

Compare Old Versus New In Shocking Toyota Corolla Crash Test

The 1998 Corolla had a four-star frontal crash rating, but you wouldn't believe it after watching this.
By Christopher Smith May 19, 2017
Safety 2017 BMW 5 Series Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+

2017 BMW 5 Series Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+

Five stars in Europe, Top Safety Pick+ rating in America.
By Anthony Karr May 17, 2017
Safety Fires But No Smoke: Allegations Of BMW Fires Don't Hold Water

Fires But No Smoke: Allegations Of BMW Fires Don't Hold Water

Reports of 42 fires among parked BMWs in the last five years would be a big deal, if there were evidence of a common thread among them.
By Chris Bruce May 12, 2017
Military / Police Dubai Police Award Safe Drivers With Golden Cars

Dubai Police Award Safe Drivers With Golden Cars

Model cars, of course.
By Jeff Perez May 08, 2017
Government Colorado Bill Targets Malicious Coal-Rolling Diesel Jerks

Colorado Bill Targets Malicious Coal-Rolling Diesel Jerks

The $100 fine doesn't seem like enough to dissuade people from this repugnant behavior.
By Chris Bruce May 04, 2017
Safety 2017 Kia Cadenza Crashes Its Way To Top Safety Pick+ Award

2017 Kia Cadenza Crashes Its Way To Top Safety Pick+ Award

The model's headlights are barely good enough to get the safety accolade from IIHS.
By Chris Bruce Apr 26, 2017
New York Auto Show 2018 Ford Explorer Updates Include More Tech, Safety Options

2018 Ford Explorer Updates Include More Tech, Safety Options

Now with 4G WiFi for up to 10 devices in the Platinum and Sport trims.
By Sebastian Blanco Apr 10, 2017
Safety 2017 Honda CR-V Earns Tougher IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Rating

2017 Honda CR-V Earns Tougher IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Rating

Only the headlights really let down the model's safety rating because they have issues illuminating the left side of the road.
By Chris Bruce Mar 22, 2017
Rumors New Volvo S40 compact sedan emerges in safety videos?

New Volvo S40 compact sedan emerges in safety videos?

Previewed by the Concept 40.2, the new compact sedan is expected to go on sale in 2018.
By Julio Cesar Mar 13, 2017
Safety IIHS awards semi trailer makers for bumpers that don't decapitate

IIHS awards semi trailer makers for bumpers that don't decapitate

The thin pieces of metal hanging below a big rig is all that prevents you from plowing underneath a truck in an accident.
By Chris Bruce Mar 02, 2017
Safety 2017 Subaru Impreza retains Top Safety Pick+ crown in IIHS testing

2017 Subaru Impreza retains Top Safety Pick+ crown in IIHS testing

It's the only small car to earn top ratings in all 2017 IIHS evaluations.
By Adrian Padeanu Feb 23, 2017
Safety Tesla Model S, BMW i3 don't make the grade for IIHS TSP+ award [UPDATE]

Tesla Model S, BMW i3 don't make the grade for IIHS TSP+ award [UPDATE]

Several scores kept the Model S from getting the TSP+ designation. The i3 was quite close to receiving the honor.
By Chris Bruce Feb 01, 2017
Motorsport Berlin finds new use for Formula E's old safety barriers

Berlin finds new use for Formula E's old safety barriers

Local Police will use the concrete panels as protection for Christmas markets and New Year's Eve celebrations.
By Charles Bradley Dec 23, 2016
Government Feds propose car-to-car communication mandate to enhance safety

Feds propose car-to-car communication mandate to enhance safety

The rules could take effect in just a couple years and would add as much as $350 to a vehicle's price.
By Chris Bruce Dec 13, 2016
Safety Here are all cars that have earned the 2017 Top Safety Pick+ award

Here are all cars that have earned the 2017 Top Safety Pick+ award

Only 38 cars have made the cut, while 44 other models have grabbed the Top Safety Pick title without the +
By Adrian Padeanu Dec 08, 2016
Government Amphibious vehicle builder fined up to $1 million for safety violation

Amphibious vehicle builder fined up to $1 million for safety violation

The company only owes $500,000 to start but might need to pay the other half if there are further violations.
By Chris Bruce Dec 07, 2016
Green Fatal Tesla Model S fire highlights EV safety concerns

Fatal Tesla Model S fire highlights EV safety concerns

Firefighters have to use specific methods when dealing with burning EVs.
By Chris Bruce Nov 04, 2016
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