Safety

Parking sensors are now available on almost every new car in the market. But you can install them on an older car or a car without them.

Speed limits. We all know what they are. We also know that we’re supposed to follow speed limits every time that we get behind the wheel. But how are speed limits actually calculated and are higher speed limits safer?

The longROAD driving study has shown that it can predict dementia with 88 percent accuracy based on driving habits.

Traffic light sensors don't always see motorcycles, which can make red lights last a long time. However, in some areas, and in certain circumstances, riders can get around this by legally running red lights.

Wearing a seat belt might seem underrated, but according to the NHTSA, wearing your seat belt can drastically decrease your chance of fatal injuries in a car accident. But, there is a bit of seat belt safety that some people forget, or even ignore altogether, like how to wear your seat belt properly.

There are safety features that, once upon a time, were only available on higher-end trim levels and in more expensive luxury models. Take, for instance, adaptive cruise control. While it was once considered a more high-end safety feature, these days, it’s one that can be found on several new models, affordable cars included. But how …

Say your family is in need of a new car, but your budget is pretty tight. Fortunately, Kelley Blue Book reports there are plenty of cars and SUVs under $25,000 that are worth your attention.

A former police officer shared that speeding past everyone else puts a radar on your windshield to get pulled over. Cops are often watching cars that go faster than surrounding vehicles.

You've seen it before, car that's been recognized as a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+. But do you know what that actually means? Find out here.

This week Florida Governor Ron DeSantis passed into law a bill that gives civil protections to anyone who plows into three or more people if they are "frightened" and the people are blocking the street.

Sometimes, it seems there are almost as many myths about motorcycle safety as there is genuine advice. And one that persists is the notion that ‘loud pipes save lives.’ I.e., the louder your motorcycle’s exhaust is, the safer you’ll be. But a new study has thoroughly debunked that. A Romanian study spells it out: ‘loud …

Whether you participate in amateur racing or just like to hit the track on the weekends, your personal safety is important. This means that you should always wear a helmet, make sure that your car passes the safety tech inspection, and maybe even use a HANS device. But what if you don’t have a proper …

You’re on your way to work when the most dreaded thing happens. You’ve hit a pothole. Now, you’re clutching the steering wheel hoping that dreaded pothole didn’t just destroy your tire and wheel. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid hitting potholes and, instead, protect your tires and wheels from those crater-sized holes. Do potholes damage …

When was the last time you focused on improving on your boating skills? With boating season upon us, it's about time that you do.

Recalls happen. No car manufacturer can really avoid it, but because these things are typically the result of a manufacturing practice or faulty materials, we tend to see them happen in wide swaths. What is a little more noteworthy is when we see a recall for the same reason happen multiple times to the same …

Side-view mirrors are a crucial part of vehicle safety. They allow us to see traffic around us as well as any potential hazards or obstacles. Depending on the type of vehicle you drive, your side-view mirrors could be larger or smaller, and if you drive a classic car, sometimes even mounted in odd places, like …

Safety is a top priority for most drivers. Whether you’re hauling the kids to school or commuting to work, you want to be confident in your car. Thankfully, experts such as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) help shoppers identify the safest new vehicles on the market. Most manufacturers have a few models that …

The RAV4 is one of the top-selling vehicles in the United States. But these days? Toyota’s bestselling SUV is being faced with some troubling news. Because, according to sources, the U.S. government is currently investigating complaints surrounding engine compartment fires in nearly 1.9 million Toyota RAV4 SUVs. The RAV4 is being investigated for a potential …

In the past few decades, cars have evolved to have some of the best safety features and technology we’ve ever seen. On paper, and even on a test drive, some safety tech seems a lot more useful than it actually is, but the only way to tell what you’re really going to use and appreciate …

If it’s a safe car that you’re after, you might as well buy a Mazda. Because just this week? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced the winners of its highest award in safety and all Mazda models tested made the list for the second year in a row. These models earned the Top …