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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2020

2020 Volkswagen Arteon Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick

The 2020 Volkswagen Arteon was named a 2020 IIHS Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2020

Estimated Mileage Death Rate Up 20% in First Half of 2020

The U.S. experienced a 20% jump for the estimated milage death rate between January and June 2020 compared to the same six-month period in 2019.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2020

2020 Sentra Recalled for Headlight Misalignment

As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

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Newsby StaffSeptember 10, 2020

ADAS Exaggerates Automated Driving Capabilities to Users

According to AAA, motorists using active driving assistance systems (ADAS), which combine vehicle acceleration with braking and steering, tend to overlook safety limitations on vehicles that suggest an “automated” driving experience.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 8, 2020

ADAS Tech Development Grows Despite Slowdown from COVID-19

The global market for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) is expected to reach more than $67 billion by 2025, growing more than 10% each year, though automotive sensor growth has been slowed by COVID-19.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 8, 2020

FCA Recalls 160,000 Ram 1500 Trucks for Floor Mat Issues

FCA US LLC is recalling approximately 160,229 model-year 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 3, 2020

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Updates Safety & Technology for 2021-MY

Mercedes-Benz revealed new technological and safety updates for the all-new 2021 S-Class sedan, which includes an enhanced version of its Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) and driving assistance package.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 2, 2020

NHTSA Launches Vehicle Recall Alert App

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched a redesigned mobile app, SaferCar, that automatically checks whether a recall is issued and alerts users when a recall occurs.

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Newsby StaffAugust 31, 2020

Ram Recalls Pickups for Adjustable Pedal Clearance Issues

FCA is recalling approximately 186,000 Ram 1500 pickup trucks because their adjustable pedals may be positioned in a location that affords insufficient clearance with all-weather floor mats.

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Newsby StaffAugust 28, 2020

2021 Kia Seltos Scores High Safety Marks for Crash Prevention

The 2021 Kia Seltos earns top ratings for crashworthiness and front crash prevention, but poor headlights prevent it from qualifying for a 2020 safety award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

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