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Only One Of These Crossovers Passed The IIHS’s Updated Crash Test

Rear-seat belt tweaks moved the Nissan Kicks from Poor to Good, while the Audi Q3, Toyota RAV4 and Trailblazer still fall short.

Motor1 · 19h ago

The Used Teen Cars That Quietly Double Your Insurance Bill: 2020-2026 Models Ranked

A used car can look like a deal until the insurance quote arrives. That $19,000 muscle car suddenly comes with a monthly insurance bill that makes the payment look like the cheap part.

Clever Dude · Oct 1

The top 5 midsize SUVs tested and ranked by Edmunds

Not everyone wants or needs a third-row seat, but a midsize SUV is undeniably appealing for its extra interior room and utility

The Independent UK · Sep 30

Watch A New Chevy Blazer Demolish An Old One In A Crash Test

The test was to demonstrate 30 years of progress in vehicle safety thanks to crash testing by the IIHS.

Motor1 · Jul 1

Watch A New Chevy Blazer Obliterate A 1996 Model In A Crash Test

The IIHS pitted a 2026 Blazer against its 30-year-old predecessor. The winner is predictable—but the footage is chilling.

Motor1 · Jun 24

This Startling Statistic Is Why Seatbelt Reminders Have Gotten So Annoying

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety began evaluating seatbelt reminders in new vehicles in 2022 to get people to buckle up.

Motor1 · Jun 17

Heavy-Duty Trucks Are Finally Getting The Safety Ratings They Need

Believe it or not, commercial vehicles are not tested under consumer standards. But that will soon change.

Motor1 · Jun 17

The IIHS Tells Us Which Driver Aids Actually Work—And Which Don't

Motor1 visited the IIHS Vehicle Research Center in Virginia to learn why some driver-assistance systems may actually increase distraction.

Motor1 · Jun 15

Who Sets the Rules for Assistive Driving Tech

Assistive driving technology, otherwise known as ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), can make driving safer and easier.

inkl · Mar 25

Jeep Finally Fixed The Wrangler's Biggest Safety Issue

The Jeep Wrangler has a bit of a reputation for being unsafe in a crash. With its high center of gravity, narrow track, and boxy shape, the rugged SUV historically had a higher rollover risk than nearly every other crossover and SUV in its segment—about 26.7 percent, according to the…

Motor1 · Mar 6