Today's vehicles boast sophisticated technology and unprecedented safety. Although modern cars are bulkier and faster than ever before, they are equipped with features designed to prevent accidents. Factor in details such as multi-stage airbags and enhanced crash structures, and you have vehicles that...
In an age where safety is paramount, choosing the right vehicle foryour familygoes beyond style and performance—it’s about peace of mind. Whether commuting to school or embarking on a road trip, these top-rated vehicles prioritize safety without compromising on comfort or innovation. Here’s ...
Since 2012, ESC has been mandatory equipment on all light passenger vehicles. “That’s a big deal for teens,” Fischer says. “That’s made a huge difference.” Research shows teens have more trouble keeping vehicles on the road than other age groups. Of the fatal speeding-related crashes...
“City Safety is one of the most advanced standard crash prevention offers you can find in a modern car. It now covers vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians in front of the car, day and night,” explains Prof. Lotta Jakobsson. “We are now able to cover...
When it comes to the different types of vehicles in fatal crashes, Wyoming saw its highest percentage of deaths among drivers and passengers in SUVs and pickup trucks. A much lower percentage of deaths involved those traveling in cars.
Last year, Euro NCAP drew attention to the poor level of fitment of safety equipment to commercial vans. As the workhorse of choice for couriers and small businesses, these vehicles spend a lot of time on the road where, because of their size and mass, they represent a larger hazard ...
Is the current pace of technological change creating any new challenges when it comes to traffic safety? “Since we introduced electric vehicles, one new dimension to traffic safety is sound – electric vehicles can be too quiet for pedestrians and other road users to hear. New ...
Each year nearly 400,000 people under 25 die on the world's roads, on average over 1,000 a day. Over 90% of all road fatalities occur in low and middle-income countries, which have less than half of the world's vehicles. Road crashes cost USD $518 billion globally, costing individual...
Tanzania safety: Most travelers will be flying around the country or in organized transfer vehicles, but self-drivers should be careful of potholes and not drive at night. It’s a good idea to ensure safari guides and Mt Kilimanjaro hiking operators have a solid, reliable reputation before book...
Last year, Euro NCAP drew attention to the poor level of fitment of safety equipment to commercial vans. As the workhorse of choice for couriers and small businesses, these vehicles spend a lot of time on the road where, because of their size and mass, they represent a larger hazard to ...