Coverage tagged Safety.
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Holden’s 2014 Colorado pickup and Colorado 7 SUV receive updated diesel engines, expanded safety features and the MyLink infotainment system across more trim levels.
Carmakers and suppliers are rolling out advanced systems to combat driver distraction, but some features risk creating new sources of inattention behind the wheel.
Hundreds of NHTSA staff risk furlough as the agency warns it will halt defect probes, recall notifications and safety research if Congress fails to approve funding.
Qoros becomes the first Chinese brand to achieve a five-star Euro NCAP rating, with the Qoros 3 Saloon posting the highest overall score of any car tested in 2013.
Euro NCAP has awarded the Mitsubishi Space Star, also known as the Mirage, a four-star safety rating, with high marks for adult occupant protection and pedestrian safety.
Dongfeng Honda will recall 408,069 CR-V SUVs built between March 2010 and August 2012 in China to address a potential piston rod fault in the shock absorbers.
A first-generation Tesla Roadster was left with major front-end damage after a crash in Plano, Texas, with the cause linked to the driver’s failure to stop in time.
A row over air conditioning refrigerants, with regulatory uncertainty and safety concerns, is holding up deliveries and threatening Europe’s fragile sales rebound.
The all-electric Tesla Model S achieved the highest possible safety score from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration following a series of crash tests in 2013.
A newly delivered Jaguar F-Type was destroyed by fire on a Belgian highway after the driver noticed dashboard errors and pulled over, with an investigation now underway.
BMW’s Chinese joint venture will recall over 143,000 5 Series vehicles built between 2009 and 2012 due to electric power steering concerns, according to China’s quality regulator.
Chrysler has issued a recall for certain 2013 Ram 1500 4x4 trucks due to a software issue that could disable the Electronic Stability Control system at start-up.
A rare Ferrari 599 GTO was left gutted after catching fire following a crash in the Dominican Republic, with the driver reportedly escaping unharmed.
Toyota was granted 1,491 US patents in 2012, outpacing all other car manufacturers as it ramped up research into safety, environmental and technology advances.
A new Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI was damaged in a collision during its South African launch event, with all occupants escaping injury thanks to the car’s safety systems.
Mitsubishi is recalling over 3,000 Outlander Sport SUVs built between August 2010 and March 2011 to address a fault with the installation of their panoramic glass roofs.
American actress Reese Witherspoon has been seen behind the wheel of a Cadillac ATS, highlighting the model’s appeal beyond traditional luxury German rivals.
Justin Bieber, 19, faces calls from his management to hire a driver after police investigate reports of reckless driving in his Los Angeles neighbourhood.
A Michigan Supreme Court ruling confirms registered medical marijuana patients can legally drive after using the drug, provided they are not considered 'under the influence.'
A Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce was involved in a crash at a checkpoint close to Stockholm during the 2013 Gumball 3000 rally, highlighting the risks of high-profile road events.
Mercedes-Benz presented the 2014 S-Class in Hamburg, introducing new safety systems, all-LED lighting, and a choice of efficient engines, with European sales starting July 2013.
A Tesla Model S smashed through the front of a California restaurant in May 2013 when the driver reportedly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake.
Toyota’s 2013 RAV4 secured the IIHS Top Safety Pick rating, joining rivals in the compact SUV segment, but missed out on the new Top Safety Pick Plus designation.
A Ferrari F430 crashed head-on into a truck in China, resulting in the death of the supercar’s driver and highlighting the risks of high-performance vehicles on public roads.