Safety

If you’ve spent any amount of time watching van life Youtube channels or camper conversion build videos, you’ve probably already connected the dots. Van life isn’t always perfect views and funny conversations while driving. Especially if you are heading to South America like Trent and Allie––and their dog Frank––in the video below. Bumps and problems …

Deer season is officially upon us, which can be bad news for drivers. Check out these tips for how to avoid hitting a deer with your car.

Every automotive brand has its vehicles put to the test with NHTSA and IIHS. Some companies will get exceptional ratings for a car or an SUV, but how many can say their whole lineup of vehicles received a safety award? Subaru, at this time, is the only company that can say that.  The automaker received …

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) extended new rules on “quiet cars” once again due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The regulations that specifically target electric and hybrid vehicles require them to emit an alert sound that warns pedestrians of their approach. According to the agency, any vehicle that weighs up to 10,000 lbs and moves at a …

Not everybody is a boating expert. For those who are learning about ownership, this post is about the famous questions: What do you do with your boat during the Winter? Is it safe to leave the boat in the water year-round? Boats and Winter Winter weather states, that is, states that are prone to freezing …

Increasing instability around the world has changed the armored vehicle market. It is no longer about meeting the protection needs of heads of states or their diplomats. Now, anybody with a high net worth is a target for dangerous activity. So, the armored vehicle market has been broadening to meet individuals’ needs, not just government or …

There are a lot of people that enjoy the outdoors. During the global COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, many more people have taken to outdoor activities versus joining the masses in airports, bus depots, or train stations. So, many pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth-wheel, and motorhome have been purchased or cleaned off to get on the road. …

Those shopping for a family car often place safety ratings very high on their list of priorities when choosing a new car. Though safety ratings include the efficiency of lighting, driver assist features, driver and passenger restraint systems, and braking and handling features, a primary focus of auto safety ratings include crash test ratings, carried …

Is your teen just learning to drive? Get the inside scoop on Chevy's Teen Driver Technology and how it could benefit your new driver.

The Honda Odyssey was updated for the 2021 model year, which included updated interior and exterior and, more importantly, updated safety tech. While the Odyssey has always been known for its renowned reputation for both reliability and safety, Honda kicked it up a notch for the new model year and it paid off in spades …

The 2020 Volvo XC90 luxury SUV got a refreshed design. However, it didn’t exactly get the best reliability scores compared to what else is out there. It looks great, and US News and World Report claims the XC90 boasts “attractive styling in and out and an array of new technology.” However, the 2020 Volvo XC90 …

The Takata airbags became the worst product on the market to date, especially with its recalls. Tons of automakers incorporated them into their vehicle designs. Over time, the inflators became a huge issue, and NHTSA, an agency created to keep people safe, got involved.  But an investigation on the NHTSA showed that they failed, in several ways, to …

Taking your pet out on the boat with you sounds like a great idea. However, is it really a good idea to bring your fur baby on the water?

When riding a motorcycle, your safety is of the utmost importance. Sure, feeling the speed and the open air are the best parts of riding, but what happens if you get into an accident? Unlike a car, there’s no glass, plastic, sheet metal, or airbags to shield you from harm, however, with an airbag jacket …

When shopping for luxury SUVs, considerations such as price, available features, seating capacity, and performance are often at the top of a buyer’s checklist. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is known for the crash tests they perform on new automobiles annually. This crash test data often plays a role in choosing a vehicle. …

Cars are getting smarter every day, and usually, that’s a great thing for customers. However, there are flaws in having more intelligent and smarter cars, and some people even think that smarter cars have made people worse drivers. One major flaw with smart cars is that they can be hacked, and so far, nobody’s done much about this yet. …

Minivans are famed family haulers. They have been carting American families around for decades. Not everyone likes their look, but you can’t argue with the phenomenal functionality of this segment. Sometimes, it’s nice to go back a few model years to buy a nice used minivan. For many families that are car-shopping for their next …

If you live in a place that gets any amount of rainfall you’ve probably driven down a street that’s a little too watery for comfort. For the most part, many people will continue to drive down a road as long as the water isn’t absurdly high, but there are plenty of reasons you should think …

It may be tempting to cover your car's license plate when taking pictures of it. But can those numbers and letters put your personal information in the wrong hands?

Pickup trucks conjure up images of intense labor and hard work. Off-roading, rural, country, cowboy, or construction scenes fill your imagination with notions of what makes a pickup truck a pickup truck. They are also generally reputed to be reliable vehicles. The Ram 1500 pickup truck is very popular. It has earned several top spots. …