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GM, Toyota Agree To Extend Advanced Technology Collaboration And Focus On Safety-Related Technologies

General Motors Corp. and Toyota Motor Corp. have agreed to extend their advanced technology collaboration agreement two more years with a focus on safety and congestion-related technologies, and industry codes and standards. Read More »

Recall of the 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo

Make / Models / Years: LAMBORGHINI / GALLARDO / 2006 Manufacturer : AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI Manufacturer’s Report Number : L140-R.01.06 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V057000 Mfg’s Report Date : FEB 22, 2006 Component: SUSPENSION Potential Number Of Units Affected : 200 Summary: On certain vehicles, the bolted connections on the suspension’s double wishbones may come loose over time or under ... Read More »

Use Of Incomplete Data Distorts Conclusions About Effectiveness Of Frontal Airbags

Are you safer in a vehicle with or without a frontal airbag? With the airbag, of course, despite a study by Mary Meyer and Tremika Finney of the University of Georgia. The main finding "” that airbags cause more deaths than they prevent"” is contradicted by years of published research establishing that airbags save lives. Read More »

Federal Proposal Would Unlink Fuel Economy Requirements From Their Safety Consequences

Ever since Congress imposed corporate average fuel economy requirements in the 1970s, automakers have been complying by downsizing their vehicles so they use less fuel and/or by using sales of smaller, lighter, and more fuel-efficient vehicles to offset what's consumed by their bigger vehicles. Read More »

Buckle-Up Rate Lags At Night, But Program In Pennsylvania Leads To Modest Increase

Belt use on U.S. roads climbed to 82 percent in 2005, the second straight year the national rate has topped 80 percent. In fact, belt use has been trending upward for years, and much of the increase has resulted from stepped up publicity and enforcement of safety belt laws. Read More »

Services Help In Nothing Flat

We were going to be late. There was a screw with a head the size of a dime hat had managed to work its way into the tire of my vehicle, and if we didn't get the tire changed pronto, there was no question about it we were going to be late. Read More »

Hybrids Come Out On Top In Intellichoice.Comâ€™s 2006 â€œBest Overall Value Of The Yearâ€ Awards

2006"”PRIMEDIA's IntelliChoice.com, the online source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced the results of its "Best Overall Value of the Year" awards for model year 2006. And for the first time, two hybrid SUVs join the reigning hybrid champion Toyota Prius and four other vehicles in giving American carbuyers the best value for their money. Read More »

Consumer Guide(R) Automotive Announces Winners of Inaugural Chicago Auto Show Awards

Consumer Guide Automotive, the definitive source for new and used car reviews, today announced the first recipients of its Most Significant New Introduction Awards. The Lexus ES 350 and Toyota Tundra won the honors, which were awarded at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show being held at McCormick Place. Read More »

Windshield Facts About Your Car’s Safety

Aside from its obvious benefits -- like protection from wind and road debris -- the windshield is a critical part of your vehicle's safety. In fact, the windshield is classified as a safety device and is part of every vehicle's structural safety system. In an accident, the windshield enables the passenger airbag to function properly and minimizes roof collapse. Read More »

Park Illegally In a Handicapped Spot And Face Hefty Fine

Question: What are the rules for handicapped parking? I see people who don’t look handicapped jump out of their vehicles and practically run into stores. — Alberta Trujillo, Victorville Answer: It’s important to remember, Alberta, that you can’t always judge a book by its cover. Some people have disabilities that might not be visible to the naked eye, such as ... Read More »