Autoua.net - the first car club
Autoua.net
×

News about safety

  • ZF Lifetec's active seat-integrated belt tensioner ACR8 can bring occupants into a better protected seating position before a crash

    ZF Lifetec's active seat-integrated belt tensioner ACR8 can bring occupants into a better protected seating position before a crash

    ZF Lifetec has unveiled the ACR8.S, a new active seat-integrated belt tensioner designed to enhance occupant safety and comfort.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    July 18, 2024, 4:03 p.m.
  • New Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift awarded only 3-star safety rating by Euro NCAP

    New Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift awarded only 3-star safety rating by Euro NCAP

    Renowned car safety program, Euro NCAP, has released its latest crash test results, awarding the 2024 versions of both the Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift just three stars out of a possible five.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    July 11, 2024, 12:31 p.m.
  • 271,000 VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs recalled due to air bag sensor problem

    271,000 VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs recalled due to air bag sensor problem

    Volkswagen has issued a recall for approximately 271,000 of its Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs due to a faulty airbag sensor. This recall affects certain models from the years 2020 to 2024 and covers two vehicle types: the two-row Atlas Cross Sport and the three-row Atlas.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 27, 2024, 12:17 p.m.
  • Study Reveals Humans Outperform Automated Vehicles in Twilight Driving Conditions

    Study Reveals Humans Outperform Automated Vehicles in Twilight Driving Conditions

    A recent study published in Nature Communications suggests that human drivers perform better than automated technology in twilight conditions. The analysis, based on over 37,000 vehicle collisions, highlighted that automated systems encountered five times as many crashes during sunrise or sunset compared to human drivers. Moreover, other challenges such as misinterpreting shadows and fluctuating light conditions confounded the technology more than human perception.

    Maksim Tropko
    June 25, 2024, 10:36 a.m.
  • ZF has developed a dual contour airbag for advanced automated driving

    ZF has developed a dual contour airbag for advanced automated driving

    ZF LIFETEC has announced the development of a new airbag system designed for modern automated vehicles. This innovative system solves current safety problems by adapting to different seating positions.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 20, 2024, 3:16 p.m.
  • 1.16 million Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and Ram vehicles are being recalled due to a faulty reversing camera

    1.16 million Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and Ram vehicles are being recalled due to a faulty reversing camera

    Stellantis is recalling 1.16 million vehicles in North America due to a software problem that causes the reversing cameras to not work. The recall involves Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Compass, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500 and Ram Promaster vehicles of various model years.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 19, 2024, 11:09 a.m.
  • More than 13,000 Chevrolet Corvette recalls due to seat belt defect

    More than 13,000 Chevrolet Corvette recalls due to seat belt defect

    General Motors is recalling 13,464 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles due to a problem with the seat belt retractor. The recall includes 2024 and 2025 model years.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 14, 2024, 10:45 a.m.
  • ZF proposes new airbag design that could change steering wheels forever

    ZF proposes new airbag design that could change steering wheels forever

    ZF Lifetec, a division known for its focus on passive safety systems, recently revealed an innovative steering wheel airbag design. The new design deploys from the top side of the wheel, providing more flexibility in steering wheel aesthetics and functionality.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 10, 2024, 1:46 p.m.
  • Some Big SUVs Aren't as Safe as You Think, Says IIHS Crash Tests

    Some Big SUVs Aren't as Safe as You Think, Says IIHS Crash Tests

    The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) revealed troubling crash test results for several popular large SUVs, stating that models such as the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition, and Jeep Wagoneer fell short of achieving top safety awards.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 10, 2024, 9:02 a.m.
  • Mercedes-Benz USA Initiates Major Recall of EV Models Due to Software Glitch

    Mercedes-Benz USA Initiates Major Recall of EV Models Due to Software Glitch

    Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling several electric vehicle (EV) models including the EQE and EQS due to significant issues with their battery management system software.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 4, 2024, 5:09 p.m.
  • NHTSA probes 74,702 Nissan Rogue Selects for unexpected airbag deployment

    NHTSA probes 74,702 Nissan Rogue Selects for unexpected airbag deployment

    The NHTSA says side curtain airbags may deploy unexpectedly in nearly 75,000 Nissan Rogues. After several reports from consumers, the agency is launching an investigation to learn more.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 4, 2024, 9:04 a.m.
  • Tesla safety belt recall affects more than 125,000 vehicles

    Tesla safety belt recall affects more than 125,000 vehicles

    Tesla is recalling over 125,000 vehicles due to a fault in their seat belt warning systems, announced by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Tuesday.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    June 3, 2024, 1:12 p.m.
  • Ford Recalls 109,000 Lincoln Aviator Vehicles Due to Rearview Camera Issue

    Ford Recalls 109,000 Lincoln Aviator Vehicles Due to Rearview Camera Issue

    Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of 109,283 Lincoln Aviator vehicles due to a fault in the rearview camera.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 31, 2024, 12:02 p.m.
  • Nissan Issues Do-Not-Drive Order for Older Models With Deadly Takata Airbags

    Nissan Issues Do-Not-Drive Order for Older Models With Deadly Takata Airbags

    Nissan USA has recently instructed owners of certain older vehicle models not to drive them due to a potentially deadly airbag defect. This urgent warning affects the 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder and 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 30, 2024, 10:59 a.m.
  • Kia Recalls 2,209 Niro EVs Over Fire Risk

    Kia Recalls 2,209 Niro EVs Over Fire Risk

    Kia has announced a recall of 2,209 of its 2022 Niro EV models in the U.S. due to a potential fire risk from an overheating high-voltage battery safety plug. This issue pertains to vehicles manufactured between July 21, 2021, and December 2, 2021.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 29, 2024, 12:44 p.m.
  • Rivian Recalls Some R1S And R1T EVs Because It Forgot A Label

    Rivian Recalls Some R1S And R1T EVs Because It Forgot A Label

    Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian has initiated a recall for 127 of its R1T pickups and R1S SUVs. The recall involves vehicles built between February 19 and March 8, 2024, which are missing an airbag label on their dashboards.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 21, 2024, 4:07 p.m.
  • US Investigation Initiated as VW ID.4 Doors Open While Driving

    US Investigation Initiated as VW ID.4 Doors Open While Driving

    The doors of Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles have been reported to open while the vehicles are in motion. This issue affects models from 2021 to 2023 and has prompted an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 21, 2024, 9:25 a.m.
  • French road safety campaign urges men to 'drive like a woman' for safer roads

    French road safety campaign urges men to 'drive like a woman' for safer roads

    A new French road safety campaign encourages men to "drive like a woman" to enhance road safety. Launched by Victimes & Citoyens, the initiative aims at reducing traffic accidents. It uses recent statistics from the French road safety observatory showing men’s significant role in fatal and serious driving incidents.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 16, 2024, 11:45 a.m.
  • Ford is developing deployable door panels for SUVs, according to a new patent filing

    Ford is developing deployable door panels for SUVs, according to a new patent filing

    The removable doors on the Ford Bronco are great for off-roading, but not so much for highway driving. Based on a recently published patent for deployable screen doors, it seems the Blue Oval is thinking about ways to improve the customer experience.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 8, 2024, 9:23 a.m.
  • By 2029, all new cars in the U.S. must have automatic emergency braking

    By 2029, all new cars in the U.S. must have automatic emergency braking

    A new rule from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration would require automatic emergency braking with higher safety standards on new vehicles in the United States.

    Evgenii Ushakov
    May 1, 2024, 11:53 a.m.
← Previous
12345
Next →

Popular brands

 

 

 

 

Social Networks

© Autoua.net, 1998–2024.