Safety

Now that the Hyundai Ioniq had arrived, the Toyota Prius finally has a rival in the green vehicle segment. The Prius has dominated the hybrid vehicle market since 2004. The Ioniq is a hatchback that’s available as a gas/electric hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric vehicle. It has a very Prius-like silhouette, and the Hyundai …

As we’ve seen with Tesla’s buggy Smart Summon feature, autonomous cars aren’t quite ready yet. Although, with the recent rise of features like lane-keeping assist, collision warning, and emergency braking, it may seem like we’re only a short time away from self-driving vehicles. But is that really the case? Self-driving vs. advanced driver-assistance It’s vital …

Nothing’s more frustrating than getting stuck in a traffic jam when you have places to be, you’re ready to get a move on, and congestion simply doesn’t allow it. Multiply this by millions of individuals – all in a hurry – and you can find yourself in some pretty unsafe driving conditions, even without the …

It can be a big challenge to find an SUV that has lots of driver-assist safety features and is also less than $25,000. Consumer Reports went on a search to find just that, and the Hyundai Kona is one SUV that fits that bill and also comes with the Consumer Reports recommendation. Here’s a look …

When you think of Hawaii, you might picture beautiful beaches, warm weather, and great food. But if you’re planning to drive there, you might want to think again. According to a new study by WalletHub, Hawaii ranks as the worst state for car owners. The study The WalletHub study took data from 31 key indicators …

Nissan’s SUVs aren’t the most popular in the segment. Despite being a good car overall, the Nissan Pathfinder can’t keep up with its competition. The redesigned Nissan Armada also failed to make a huge impact on sales. The Nissan Murano remains unchanged for the 2020 model year, though it did get an exterior refresh last …

One of the top things consumers consider when shopping for a new or used vehicle is safety. Safety features and regulations have changed significantly over the years and continue to do so with each new model year. And while you’d think that more safety features and higher technology surrounding them would be an obvious improvement, …

Dax Shepard is a true renaissance man. One common theme through all of his work is his love of cars and motorcycles.

When you're off-roading it's easy to make a mistake. It's always better to over-prepare for a day on the trails so you don't make a big mistake.

Over the past few years, the number of truck thefts has been increasing at an alarming rate. What is the real reason thieves are starting to target trucks?

The Jeep Wrangler isn’t just an off-roading American icon, it’s an amazingly popular SUV. Buyers regularly trade in muscle cars for it, and the new diesel and upcoming plug-in hybrid versions will surely add to its popularity. But the Wrangler’s star status also makes its shortcomings that much more apparent. The truth is, the Jeep …

The Ford F-150 is the most popular vehicle in the America. However, the F-150's safety ratings are still lagging behind its competitors.

Pickup truck fans sometimes seem to have a love-hate relationship with modern safety features. On the one hand, classic trucks are lighter and easier to see out of because of thin A-pillars and no airbags. But that also makes them more dangerous to drive around in. And with pickups being used more and more as …

You know in Chernobyl when the radiation dosimeters go off-the-scale because they can’t accurately measure what’s flying around the room? That’s kind of what’s happening with trucks and SUVs when it comes to crash tests right now. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has come forward and admitted it needs a new safety test. The …

Truckers know the risks that come with the job. But after statistics have shown the alarming rise in trucker deaths, everybody is a little concerned.

Unless we're involved in a crash that causes airbags to deploy, most of us don't give these safety devices a second thought.

Unfortunately, hauling a boat to your fishing spot can be stressful. Many towing mistakes can turn your voyage into a hassle.

If you're ready to buy a new vehicle, safety is an important consideration. But is a sedan or truck safer? The answer may surprise you.

Find out how truck and SUV safety has changed in the last few years to keep everyone safer on the roads.

AWD trucks are not immune to winter's dangerous effects. Here's just how your truck's drive system works and why you may consider snow tires.