First-Ever IIHS Headlight Ratings Show Most Need Improvement
The Toyota Prius v was the only midsize car out of 31 evaluated to earn a good rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s first-ever headlight ratings.
Ten Vehicle Manufacturers Commit to Auto Emergency Braking on All New Vehicles
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety states that this represents a major step toward making crash-prevention technologies more widely available to consumers.
IIHS Opens Expanded Testing Facility Dedicated to Crash Avoidance
The $30 million expansion includes a 5-acre covered track, one of the largest fabric-covered structures in North America, which will allow testing to continue rain or shine.
National Auto Body Council Members Host Extrication Events for First Responder Appreciation Month
Kick-off event features first opportunity for firefighters to practice on all-aluminum Ford F-150.
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Rates 19 New Models for Front Crash Prevention
Although luxury vehicles are more likely to have optional front crash prevention systems, the technology is catching on with more mainstream nameplates.
New Global NCAP Report Calls For Safer Vehicles Worldwide
Report highlights 10 recommendations which outline the need for all new cars sold around the world to meet basic safety standards for both crash avoidance and crash protection by 2020.
More Vehicles Earn Top Honors from IIHS
Number of vehicles earning either of Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s two awards has jumped to 71 from 39 this time last year.