Safety

Recalls happen. No car manufacturer can really avoid it, but because these things are typically the result of a manufacturing practice or faulty materials, we tend to see them happen in wide swaths. What is a little more noteworthy is when we see a recall for the same reason happen multiple times to the same …

Side-view mirrors are a crucial part of vehicle safety. They allow us to see traffic around us as well as any potential hazards or obstacles. Depending on the type of vehicle you drive, your side-view mirrors could be larger or smaller, and if you drive a classic car, sometimes even mounted in odd places, like …

Safety is a top priority for most drivers. Whether you’re hauling the kids to school or commuting to work, you want to be confident in your car. Thankfully, experts such as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) help shoppers identify the safest new vehicles on the market. Most manufacturers have a few models that …

The RAV4 is one of the top-selling vehicles in the United States. But these days? Toyota’s bestselling SUV is being faced with some troubling news. Because, according to sources, the U.S. government is currently investigating complaints surrounding engine compartment fires in nearly 1.9 million Toyota RAV4 SUVs. The RAV4 is being investigated for a potential …

In the past few decades, cars have evolved to have some of the best safety features and technology we’ve ever seen. On paper, and even on a test drive, some safety tech seems a lot more useful than it actually is, but the only way to tell what you’re really going to use and appreciate …

If it’s a safe car that you’re after, you might as well buy a Mazda. Because just this week? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced the winners of its highest award in safety and all Mazda models tested made the list for the second year in a row. These models earned the Top …

All over the country, we are seeing weather-related tragedies, but in some places, these cold conditions are an average harsh winter. Regardless of where you live, planning for the worst-case scenario can save you and your passengers’ lives, and all it takes is a bit of forethought. Most of us have the essentials, like flashlights, …

It’s bound to happen. Whether you frequently drive by construction sites or just aren’t that lucky, chances are your car’s tire is going to wind up with a nail stuck in at some point. But is it dangerous to drive with a nail in your tire? And how much will it cost you to get …

On average, cars are safer than they ever have been. Thanks to standard safety features and stricter safety standards, you are more likely to survive a car crash without injury. However, a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that women still have a greater risk of injury than men. After determining …

Ready to put safety first with your next vehicle purchase? If that’s the case, then we’ve got you covered, especially if you’re considering the 2021 Jeep Renegade. This year’s model comes standard with plenty of features and has been put to the test by both the IIHS and the NHTSA. So can you count on …

Your car comes equipped with several safety systems, all of which are designed to keep you safe. Your car’s traction control system is one of those very safety features. The road ahead can be filled with rain, sleet, mud, snow, ice, along with all sorts of other hazards. And those hazards? They can send you …

It’s no secret that Subaru is committed to safety. That’s why every 2021 Subaru Forester comes standard with EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, a confidence-inspiring system that’s designed to monitor traffic, optimize cruise control, and help keep you in your lane. But can you actually count on this year’s new Subaru Forester to keep you safe? …

Air fresheners have been a part of car ownership for as long as I can remember. You see them casually in the check-out lanes of the local market, hanging from more than a handful of rearview mirrors in a parking lot, and even see fancier ones at a high-end candle and scent stores. They seem …

Subaru doesn’t make any compromises when it comes to safety. That’s why all new Subaru models come absolutely brimming with safety features, the 2021 Subaru Outback included. But does the Subaru Outback’s long list of safety features actually point to it being a safe SUV? Let’s find out. The 2021 Subaru Outback comes stocked with …

Family SUVs are safer than ever, as most are loaded with smart safety systems. However, these five models are stuck in the dark ages.

The Kia Sorento arrived in the 2021 model year with a fresh look, new engines, an available hybrid powertrain, and added safety features. But is that enough to make up for the 2021 Kia Sorento’s reliability problem? Maybe, maybe not. Reliability is a struggle for the 2021 Kia Sorento As it turns out, reliability has …

The 2021 Toyota Highlander has grown to be a favorite among growing families. And why not? It offers three-rows of seating, is available with a long list of tech-savvy features, and comes standard with a V6 engine under the hood. But as revered as this three-row SUV may be, can you count on this year’s …

Picking your car insurance deductible is a highly personal decision. It will not only depend on your personal comfort level but also how much of a risk you’re willing to take financially. Read on to learn more about how to choose your car insurance deductible and what you should be taking into consideration in the …

Since they have become standard in cars, we’ve come to acknowledge how important of a safety feature our airbags are. Newer cars even go so far as to add airbags in the back seats, side curtains, and other areas of the car rather than the traditional dashboard-based airbags. So, when it comes to our airbags …

You’ve heard the saying – ridin’ with Joe Biden. But now that Joe Biden has been sworn in as president, should you expect to see him behind the wheel any time soon? Probably not, actually. Because, as it turns out, presidents aren’t really allowed to hit the open road during their presidential term. I know. …