Coverage tagged Safety.
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A Honda Civic Coupe stuck on tracks in Orlando was struck by a freight train but remained drivable after the crash, with no injuries reported.
A manufacturing defect in the passenger side door latch assembly prompts Maserati to recall 135 GranTurismo and GranTurismo Convertible models built in summer 2015.
Continental is trialling a vehicle-to-everything (V2X) system that enables cars to communicate with smartphones and transponders carried by vulnerable road users, aiming to reduce collisions.
Cadillac’s CT6 luxury saloon will be the first production car to offer a high-definition video rear-view mirror as a factory option when it goes on sale next year.
Jeep Liberty, Grand Cherokee and Dodge Journey models built between 2003 and 2015 are affected by global recalls to address airbag and anti-lock brake problems.
Mazda’s third-generation Mazda6 2.2 4x4 AT Revolution Top impresses with design and equipment, but struggles to match rivals in ride and practicality.
Automakers are using advanced digital prototyping and simulation tools to reduce new model development time by up to a year and save millions in prototype and testing costs.
A Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat crashed into a restored Chevrolet Biscayne while leaving a car meet in the US, with police attending the scene but no injuries reported.
Features like lane keeping and adaptive cruise control are easing workloads but may be encouraging drivers to take more risks behind the wheel.
A Ferrari F430 Spider was left completely burnt out in Florida after a crash, with the cause of the incident and the driver’s condition unconfirmed.
Audi will unveil the 2016 A8 L Security at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, offering VR9 ballistic protection and a choice of V8 or W12 engines.
Opel’s latest video details the advanced driver assistance features in the Astra K, highlighting upgrades to the Opel Eye camera, lane keeping, and collision avoidance.
A new image shows the extent of the damage to a Porsche 918 Spyder crashed during a failed launch, highlighting the high cost of repairing such a rare hypercar.
A Kelley Blue Book survey found nearly 80 percent of car buyers expect hacking to be a frequent problem within three years, with many willing to pay for better security.
Following two separate structural failures at the Hungarian Grand Prix, Force India insists it has not relaxed safety standards in pursuit of fifth place in the constructors’ championship.
A US buyer’s 2016 Mazda MX-5 ND was rear-ended in Florida only minutes after delivery, marking the first documented crash of the new generation.
A 71-year-old driver walked away with minor injuries after crashing his McLaren MP4-12C at 240 km/h on Germany’s A95 Autobahn, scattering debris over 400 metres.
A Google autonomous Lexus RX450h was struck from behind in Mountain View, injuring three, as rear-end collisions continue to dominate the tech giant’s self-driving car incident record.
University at Buffalo researchers report that, despite five-star crash ratings, heavier and more expensive vehicles in the US are safer in real-world collisions than smaller models.
Bosch expects its automated driving assistance business to reach €1 billion in sales by 2016, driven by demand for radar and video sensor systems from global carmakers.
Takahiro Hachigo, newly appointed as Honda CEO, has dismissed speculation that the company will financially support airbag supplier Takata amid the ongoing recall crisis.
Ford has initiated a recall of over 430,000 vehicles in North America after discovering a software issue that can prevent engines from shutting off as intended.
A rare Ferrari 458 Speciale suffered a total loss after a high-profile crash in Kuching, Malaysia, with the driver escaping uninjured.
Takahiro Hachigo, a Honda veteran, steps up as president and CEO as the company faces mounting pressure over Takata airbag-related fatalities and recalls.