Safety

Motorcycles are uniquely exciting but that excitement comes with a potential cost. How dangerous are motorcycles really?

I recently spent a week with the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited. It’s a fantastic example of its class. The gas mileage is ridiculous, as expected from a hybrid sedan, and it feels solid and safe. In fact, it had me thinking that this is probably one of the best new sedans out there for …

Airbags have been around for decades now. In their short time in the automotive world, they have proven very successful in preventing the severity of injuries or even death. In fact, they have been so successful in car accidents that additional airbags have been introduced. What was once solely a driver’s side airbag has now …

A little MacGyver-esque ingenuity can go a long way, especially when it comes to making modifications or repairs to your car. You might’ve seen a car window covered with plastic or a vehicle sporting red tape on a brake light. But be wary about adopting do-it-yourself strategies for your vehicle. It’s a matter of safety. …

The Toyota 4Runner is pretty old school. Unlike other SUVs on the market, it’s a body-on-frame SUV that’s designed to conquer rocky trails and uneven terrain. But don’t expect its old school nature to mean that this SUV is lacking in the safety department. In fact, the 2021 Toyota 4Runner comes stocked to the tee …

For the 2021 Toyota RAV4, safety is one of its top priorities. But does its long list of standard safety features pay off? Find out here.

This two-seater roadster has certainly made a name for itself as an engaging car that’s fun to drive. It’s easy to imagine that a tiny car like this isn’t exactly the safest car on the road. But Mazda as a brand earned for IIHS top safety picks than any other brand this year. So how …

Dash cams aren't illegal, but many states have restrictions in place that could impact like how you install a dash cam in your car.

Going to see the races can be a fun experience. Seeing the cars, being pelted with race tire marbles, and even smelling the race gas as the fumes waft across the to the stands are memories that make many children and adults alike giddy. But sadly, one Mercedes driver recently had a terrifying experience at …

Many people question if turning on their hazard lights is the right thing to do during a downpour. We have the answer. What do you do?

The holidays are here and with them comes a lot of joy and a lot of stress. There’s a stress if you have to cook for your family, stress with having to prepare everything, and even more stress if you have to commute and get to your holiday parties on time. Unfortunately, all of that …

Winter is just around the corner. Are you prepared for it? Find out what you need to know about driving on ice and snow covered roads here.

You’d think that at least, generally speaking, almost everyone in society could agree that it’s wrong to kill people. If someone happens to do that with a car, that doesn’t make it any less wrong. They just used a less conventional method. And yet, it’s also a minor miracle that more people aren’t killed in …

Before a new vehicle can receive any crash certification, it must be crashed endlessly from almost every angle imaginable. The result of these tests then determines the safety rating awarded. However, crash test dummies are perhaps the most integral part of these experiments. That’s because these dummies are filled with sensors and can record data …

Recreational vehicles are supposed to be for fun getaways. But, an RV can be more dangerous than necessary if something about its production is not built correctly or is prone to failure. So, just like cars, an RV can become the subject of a recall too. That is the case with the NHTSA recalls listed …

It’s not something a lot of car enthusiasts want to talk about, but pedestrian safety is a serious issue in this country. As Car and Driver has reported, pedestrian deaths have been increasing year-over-year since 2009. Drivers also killed more than 6,500 people, making it the most dangerous year for pedestrians in 30 years. And …

We’ve seen videos of car crashes and even plane crashes, and while those make sense, or at least we think they can sometimes be prevented, that isn’t quite what comes to mind when we think of helicopters crashing. In fact, you probably don’t give helicopter much thought unless you see one in the news or …

Toyota offers a car, truck, or SUV for essentially every need. Of these, the 2020 Toyota Corolla is one of the most popular choices in America. But what compels someone to buy a Corolla when they could opt for a 2020 Toyota RAV4 crossover instead? The vehicles are both good choices, but the versatility of …

The Kia Sportage and the Hyundai Tucson are two of the most popular compact SUV options on the market. And for good reason. They each boast an excellent warranty, affordable pricing, and plenty of wiggle room in terms of configuration. However, there is one reason good to pass on the 2020 Kia Sportage and go …

If you have ever driven an SUV, then you probably know the feeling of having all of that metal and plastic surrounding you as well as all of the heft that comes with that added material. You probably let out a sigh of relief, thinking that all is well in the world because if anything …