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Some Large SUVs Surprisingly Struggle in IIHS Crash Tests

Some Large SUVs Surprisingly Struggle in IIHS Crash Tests

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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has found that large SUVs might not be as safe as often believed, especially when colliding with stationary objects. Recent tests on three  Full Article »

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2023-24 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Award

2023-24 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Award

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The 2023-24 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan has recently been recognized for its outstanding safety features, earning the prestigious TOP SAFETY PICK award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This  Full Article »

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Only Three New Midsized Luxury SUVs Excel in Updated Crash Test

Only Three New Midsized Luxury SUVs Excel in Updated Crash Test

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In a recent round of crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), only three midsized luxury SUVs managed to excel and secure the prestigious “Good” rating.  Full Article »

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New Minivans Fall Short in Recent Updated IIHS Crash Tests
Sep 20, 2023 Ξ Comments Off on New Minivans Fall Short in Recent Updated IIHS Crash Tests

New Minivans Fall Short in Recent Updated IIHS Crash Tests

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The recent crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have raised concerns about the safety of several popular minivan models: the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, Kia  Full Article »

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IIHS Performs More Aggressive SUV Side-Impact Crash Tests with Interesting Results
May 18, 2022 Ξ Comments Off on IIHS Performs More Aggressive SUV Side-Impact Crash Tests with Interesting Results

IIHS Performs More Aggressive SUV Side-Impact Crash Tests with Interesting Results

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The recent news of traffic fatalities increasing to levels not seen since 2005 is disheartening, especially considering how far we have come with automotive safety and technology surrounding accident avoidance.  Full Article »

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Shocking: Some Small Cars Falter In Latest IIHS Overlap Crash Test
Jul 30, 2014 Ξ Comments Off on Shocking: Some Small Cars Falter In Latest IIHS Overlap Crash Test

Shocking: Some Small Cars Falter In Latest IIHS Overlap Crash Test

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With today’s advanced technology vehicles of just about any size, vehicles are faring well in crashes leading to many countless lives saved on the road. Some of the latest IIHS  Full Article »

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2013 Audi A4 / S4 Score Five-Star NHTSA Safety Rating
Dec 3, 2012 Ξ Comments Off on 2013 Audi A4 / S4 Score Five-Star NHTSA Safety Rating

2013 Audi A4 / S4 Score Five-Star NHTSA Safety Rating

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If you were looking for one more reason to buy a 2013 Audi A4 or S4, here it is: both models have just earned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s  Full Article »

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Small But Safe: 2012 Fiat 500 Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick

Small But Safe: 2012 Fiat 500 Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick

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Americans, it seems, are genetically conditioned to equate size with safety. Thanks to advances in automotive design and materials, the physical size of a car or truck is no longer  Full Article »

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Small or Minicar Equals Death Trap or Gas Savings?

Small or Minicar Equals Death Trap or Gas Savings?

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  Small or Minicar Equals Death Trap or Gas Savings? How about both. Recent frontal crash tests of Minicars made by Toyota, Honda and Daimler AG performed poorly. The test  Full Article »

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