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The article focuses on the Rear- Seat Safety Score, which reveals the cars that work hardest to prevent injuries for those who sit in the back. It mentions that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), an independent safety-research group sponsored by auto insurance companies, plans to issue results from its new rear-seat crash tests the first time results of frontal crash tests with a dummy in the rear seat will be published for U.S. car buyers.

The article examines several modern safety systems for automobiles. Topics discussed include the benefit of improvements in computer processing power to automobiles according to Jake Fisher of Consumer Reports Auto Test Center, development of augmented reality warning system by several automobile manufacturers and suppliers including Continental and Panasonic, and use of built-in sensors to detect oncoming bicycle or vehicle to prevent dooring accidents by Audi and Mercedes-Benz.

The article focuses on increasing car's safety. It mentions that cars sensors and cameras are used for analyzing lane markings and road boundaries; reading traffic signs and lights; and avoiding collisions with pedestrians and cyclists. It also mentions that sensors can scan roadways for potholes so that cities can identify damaged roads that need repair.

The article focuses on findings of the exclusive testing and member survey conducted by the periodical which reveals that automobile makers including Porsche, Genesis, and Mazda are the best brands in terms of road test and reliability. It also mentions about several automobile makers including Fiat, Mitsubishi, Jeep, Land Rover, Cadillac, Jaguar, Alfa Romeo, and GMC that were low in ranking.

The article examines several automobile safety features and their costs. EyeSight is a suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) that includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control. Repairing ADAS components damaged or even jarred slightly in minor collisions can cost more.

The article focuses on several aspects of making automobiles safer for women. It mentions that an average adult female crash test dummy simply does not exist, despite the fact that women obviously drive to work and take road trips. It mentions that 5th percentile female dummy either rides as a passenger or does not participate in the test in frontal crash tests performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The article offers information on few car safety systems. Several car safety systems discussed include the blind spot warning (BSW), the rear cross traffic warning and rear automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control (ACC), and forward collision warning (FCW) and front automatic emergency braking (AEB).

The article focuses on technological advancement in relation to safety technology in automobile industry. It discusses how despite of safety equipments, the highway death toll is still high, vehicle collisions are avoided through the use of automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems, how self-driving cars could reduce the death toll significantly.

The article offers information on the evolution of self-driving cars and technology and safety in the cars. It mentions views of Philip Koopman, electrical engineering professor at Carnegie Mellon University, on experiments and simulation with self-driving cars. It states that development of self-driving technology, and sensor technology and mapping, and software in self-driving cars.

The article offers information on the periodical's 2016 Annual Owner Satisfaction Survey to determine satisfaction of automobile owners based on the performance, reliability and safety of vehicle. Topics discussed include top ranking of famous brands such as Tesla, Audi and Porsche due to their strength and redesigns; acceptance of several hybrid cars like Toyota's Prius, Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Toyota RAV4; and lists customer ratings for several compact, midsized and luxury cars.

The article offers tips and recommendations about automobiles. Among the tips are using the snow mode to maximize traction on slippery snow-covered roads through reduction of engine torque to control wheel spin and updating a car's automatic call capabilities to contact emergency services after a crash or accident. Also cited are the use of adaptive suspension technology and the recall launched by Tesla for its 2017-2020 Model 3 cars.

The article presents charts of automobile safety rating evaluations based on independent crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as of April 2014, with categories including compact cars, luxury midsized cars, and sport utility vehicles (SUVs). INSET: It's 2014. Where are the backup cameras?.

The article offers safety tips on transporting gifts for the holiday season in the U.S. in 2021.

The article presents charts of automobiles based on their safety rating according to independent safety tests conducted by "Consumer Reports," the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), with recommended vehicles including the Chevrolet Sonic, the Dodge Dart, and the Volvo S60. INSET: Cars are safer but fatalities are up.

The article looks at model year 2013 compact sport utility vehicles (SUVs), noting that several SUV manufacturers switched to different engines for their 2013 models. It describes how several vehicles fared in road tests conducted by the publication, including the BMW X3, the Acura RDX, the Audi Q5, and the Cadillac SRX at the higher end of the price range, and the Kia Sportage and Ford Escape at the lower end of the price range. Information provided for each model includes fuel efficiency ratings, safety features, and reliability ratings where available.

The article compares the safety ratings and features of 2010 automobiles, including vehicles from Kia, Toyota and Ford.

The article presents Canadian pricing and availability information about 2010 automobiles evaluated within the issue, including cars from Toyota, Chevrolet and Ford. Information is given for automobile recalls, including the accelerator pedals in several Toyota models and the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe. 2001-2003 Hyundai models may need lower front control arms replaced. The article also lits information on automobile manufacturers for Canadian consumers, including telephone numbers and web site addresses.

The article rates the quality, safety and price of automobiles, including vehicles from Lexus, Toyota and Jeep.

The article provides insights for consumers on renting or buying a motor home in the U.S. including the types of motor homes, safety features, and tires.

A chart is presented regarding the safety of dozens of automobile models.

This article reports on the safety features of 2006 vehicles. In 2005, 60% of vehicles were available with electronic stability control. By 2006, that number had risen to 65%. The author asserts that the increase can be traced to rollover tests initiated for 2004 models by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Provides the overall ratings on approximately 200 vehicles from the 2005 "Consumer Reports" testing program in the U.S. Ratings of small cars with automatic and manual transmission; Evaluation of several sedans, wagons and hatchbacks, sport-utility vehicles, and pickup trucks in all sizes; Consideration of price as tested, overall score, fuel economy, safety, owner satisfaction, and predicted reliability; Comments on each vehicle.

The article reports on the issue of car recall in the U.S. Topics discussed include traffic accidents in the U.S. in 2014 due to defects in cars; efforts of the U.S. government for ensuring that car manufacturers incorporate auto-safety features in their cars; and suggestions for consumers regarding how to know that their car have an unresolved recall repair. Comments from Mark Rosekind, head of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, are also presented.

The article compares and presents changes in consumer goods, technologies, and regulations of the U.S. from 1978 to those of 2014. Topics include the fuel efficiency and safety features of automobiles, health care coverage and the evaluation of drugs by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the deregulation of airlines.

The article suggests that consumers should always confirm what a dealer says about a vehicle's safety features.

The article presents answer to a question regarding safety standards for cars.

The article looks at U.S. legislation being passed as of June 2013 to help reduce automobile driver distraction. Topics include the statistics about U.S. fatalities related to distracted driving between 2010 and 2012, how cell phone use and text messaging is related to accidents, and experts' disagreement whether handheld devices should be made to be inoperable while in a moving car. Recommendations are offered such as learning one's state's laws about cell phone use while driving, setting a positive example for children, and using hands-free devices while driving. INSETS: Built-in distractions;Tech aids can reduce distraction.

The article offers information on several topics related to consumer in the U.S. Topics include a bill passed by the Congress to address the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic; considering key safety features, such as automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, when they shop for an automobile; and health aspects of toy magnets for children.

The article focuses on several aspects of doing a careful tour of key aspects of an automobile interior before purchasing an automobile. It mentions need to connect the automobile with both a cable and bluetooth and seeing how easy it is to make calls and play music; and checking safety features such as automatic emergency braking (AEB) with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning (FCW), and blind spot warning (BSW). It also mentions need to explore all the adjustments for seats.

An introduction is presented which discusses several reports within the issue of the periodical on topics including automotive safety revolution, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection.

An introduction is presented which discusses several reports within the issue of the periodical on topics including advanced safety systems for automobiles; automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and the automobile industry.

The article offers information on several topics related to automobiles such as suggestions for keeping automobile clean in the winters and symbol for the automatic high-beam function. It mentions about several automobiles with advances safety systems such as Kia Forte from Kia Motors; Toyota Corolla from Toyota and Mazda3 from Mazda. It also mentions that General Motors has recalled its Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks.

The article informs that automobile makers are designing and testing automobiles with safety. It mentions that dummies modeled on the average male are used as a stand-in for all adults when frontal crash tests are performed to determine safety ratings. It mentions that the odds for women being seriously injured in a frontal crash are greater than they are for men.

Assesses the safety capabilities of several automobiles. Criteria of the safety assessment; Rating given to Volkswagen Passat; Honda Accord EX; Nissan Altima; Chevrolet Impala.

The article presents an answer to a question on car battery maintenance, statistics related to women who are keen on automobile safety while purchasing a new car and tips to follow when a check light engine is illuminated.

The article discusses the four factors that the publication are considering when rating a car through a variety of assessments to make it simpler for consumers to know which vehicle to buy. It includes the road-test program that looks at the vehicle's real-life performance, reliability, owner satisfaction, and safety data from crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The article discusses the safety of the self-driving cars after a pedestrian died in Tempe, Arizona when she was hit by an Uber selfdriving vehicle.

The article discusses happenings in the U.S. automobile industry in 2016. Topics include bolstering its New Car Assessment Program by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to evaluate new automobile designs for performance against safety risks; decision on fuel-economy standards for passenger cars and trucks by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; and efforts of the U.S. Justice Department for investigation of executive after Volkswagen emissions control systems.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various reports within the issue on topics including satisfaction of car owners, automobile safety, and evaluation of mattresses and pillows.

Charts are presented that lists various sport utility vehicles with corresponding ratings in terms of their road-test scores, reliability, safety and owner satisfaction.

The article highlights the efforts of the U.S. nonprofit Consumers Union in 2015 to advocate for safer vehicles.

The article focuses on automotive safety and the plan of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to change its 5-Star Safety Ratings system for new cars to reduce rear-seat deaths in the country.

This article describes some of the new and upcoming safety innovations for automobiles. Electronic stability control, a system that applies the brakes automatically when a car starts to slide, is the most important, and in 2012 all new vehicles will be required to have it. Many of the new features are designed to avoid accidents rather than merely survive them.

This article reports on new automobiles for 2006-2007. The Buick Enclave is described as a crossover vehicle meant to replace Buick's Rainier and Rendezvuous SUVs. The Ford Edge is Ford's latest car-based SUV with a new 3.5 liter V6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The Jeep Wrangler has undergone significant redesigns that have addressed previous safety concerns.

The article discusses the findings of the survey conducted to examine the best place to get the car fixed which reveals that independent shops beat franchised dealerships in providing satisfying repair experiences, saving money on a service call by bargaining, and information on upscale car brands.

Provides information to help consumers choose an automobile that is safe. Choosing special features such as antilock brakes, traction control, full-time all-wheel drive, or daytime running lights; Checking the crash-test data on the model you are interested in; Tips on how to drive safely.

Discusses the improvements on safety devices for 1994 model cars. Decrease in automobile-related deaths in 1992; Effect of safety-belt use and stricter drunk-driving laws; Air bags; Antilock brakes; Redesigned body and floor structure; Side-impact tests; National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program crash tests; Use of Hybrid II dummy. INSET: Antilock brakes: Still worthwhile?.

The article discusses recall notices for cars from automobile manufacturers including General Motors (GM), Nissan, and Toyota as of July 2014, and offers information on what consumers need to know regarding car safety problems, recalls, and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Topics include deaths linked to the ignition switch problems in Chevrolet Cobalt vehicles, and TSBs posted on the website of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov).

The article looks at automobile safety, focusing on accidents that occur while drivers are backing up and fail to see a person behind them. It reports that the publication has joined a lawsuit being brought against the U.S. Department of Transportation over its repeated postponement of a law requiring rear visibility equipment in cars. Blind spots in rear-view mirrors are discussed.