News about safety

Toyota introduces updated safety systems to account for changes in posture when using driver-assist technology

Toyota has unveiled an updated version of its Total Human Model for Safety (THUMS) software program, which takes into account changes in posture resulting from the increasing prevalence of driver-assist systems in modern vehicles, enabling more accurate computerized crash simulations and more effective safety provisions.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 24, 2023, 10:16 a.m.
Most Midsize SUVs Fail to Provide Adequate Rear Passenger Protection, IIHS Ratings Reveal

The latest crash test ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveal that most midsize SUVs lack adequate front crash protection for passengers seated in the rear.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 15, 2023, 10:12 a.m.
Stellantis is telling the owners of 341,000 Ram diesel trucks to park them outdoors due to fire risk

Stellantis, previously known as Fiat Chrysler, has issued a warning to the owners of nearly 341,000 Ram diesel trucks to keep them outside due to the possibility of an electrical connector overheating and igniting a fire.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 17, 2023, 2:13 p.m.
IIHS Survey Finds Repairing Safety Tech Can Be Tricky After A Crash

Repairing cameras and sensors used for crash prevention technology can be a difficult process, according to new research by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The study found that almost half of the people who had to have their vehicles fixed after a collision reported issues with their safety features.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 16, 2023, 11:32 a.m.
The Only Good Minivan for Seat Belt Reminders: 2023 Toyota Sienna, Says IIHS

Minivans, the go-to vehicles for families, need to be equipped with essential safety features. A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) revealed that while modern minivans offer comfort, safety, and versatility, they lack one crucial aspect: second-row seat belt reminders.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 6, 2023, 10:50 a.m.
Harman's advanced driver-monitoring system measures heart and breathing rates to enhance road safety

Samsung subsidiary Harman has unveiled a suite of automotive features, including an advanced driver-monitoring system (DMS), at the Consumer Electronics Show.

Evgenii Ushakov

Jan. 5, 2023, 12:32 p.m.
Chinese EV gets zero safety rating in Latin NCAP crash test, because it didn't automatically cut off power after impact

The New Car Assessment Programme for Latin America and the Caribbean, Latin NCAP, published its first test of an Electric Vehicle. The JAC E10x, also called EJS1 and E-S1, showed a concerning zero star performance.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 14, 2022, 3:42 p.m.
Škoda cars now warn drivers of approaching trains at railway crossings

Škoda is trialling a new feature in its Traffication infotainment app. The latest version of the app, which is being tested in a pilot project in the Czech Republic, now warns of approaching trains, reducing the risk of accidents at level crossings.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 6, 2022, 8:38 p.m.
Engineers has finally developed the first female crash test dummy

Researchers have only just now, 73 years after the origination of crash test dummies, developed a female mannequin to put through its paces. Up until this point investigators were using a smaller replica of the male test unit, which is more proportional to that of a 12-year-old girl.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 14, 2022, 5:56 p.m.
Seven of eleven small cars tested earned good or acceptable ratings in the IIHS' new, tougher side-impact test, but four models are rated poor

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety developed the updated side crash test after research showed that many of the real-world side impacts that still account for nearly a quarter of passenger vehicle occupant fatalities are more severe than the original evaluation.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 10, 2022, 1:19 p.m.
Tesla issues rare ‘physical’ recall of over 24,000 Model 3 vehicles for loose seat belts

Tesla has issued a recall for over 24,000 Model 3 cars from the model years 2017 to 2022. Each car will need to be checked by a Tesla service center.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 28, 2022, 4:27 p.m.
Previously recalled 2008-2009 Kia Sportage recalled again over fire risk

A set of formerly recalled 2008-2009 Kia Sportage units is facing yet another recall due to the same potential danger: fire risk. The South Korean firm is urging owners to park outdoors and away from buildings.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 28, 2022, 3:59 p.m.
VW Golf's standard equipment now includes the centre airbag for the front seats

Volkswagen updated the safety of its popular hatchback by adding a center airbag. This allows it to pass the new, more stringent Euro NCAP safety test procedure.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 17, 2022, 2:40 p.m.
China's BYD Atto 3 SUV achieves Euro NCAP 5-Stars safety rating

Euro NCAP has given the BYD Atto 3 SUV the highest safety rating. The budget newcomer EV performed well in crash tests and comes fully equipped with the latest ADAS technologies.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 13, 2022, 1:18 p.m.
IIHS rates BMW 5 series and X3 SUVs highest for safety

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has given the 2022-2023 BMW 5-Series and BMW X3 models Top Safety Pick+.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 11, 2022, 12:19 p.m.
Rivian recalls almost all its trucks for a potential loose fastener

Rivian has announced that it is conducting a voluntary recall of the 13,000 vehicles it has delivered to customers due to a loose fastener.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 10, 2022, 4:12 p.m.
Mercedes Recalls Nearly 60,000 GLS SUVs over the third-row seats lock failure

A recall campaign has been started by Mercedes to repair 59,574 cars produced between 2018 and 2022. The problem exists in certain GLS SUVs that have third-row seats. These seats may not lock into place during an accident, presenting a danger to passengers.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 10, 2022, 1:20 p.m.
Around 70,000 Kia Sorento and Sportage vehicles are being recalled over a circuit board that can catch fire

Kia America has issued a voluntary recall after it was found that there is a fire risk in its vehicles. The issue lies within the tow hitch harness module, which could catch fire while the vehicle is being driven or when the ignition is turned off.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 26, 2022, 4:05 p.m.
Volkswagen recalls two Taos SUVs for stalling issue

A new recall campaign is a continuation of an earlier, larger one.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 23, 2022, 4:08 p.m.
Mercedes-Benz recalls 2022 C-Class due to risk of short circuit and fire

In the United States, 6,752 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles have been recalled due to a potential hazardous flaw.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 23, 2022, 12:04 p.m.

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