Teen drivers have unique needs beyond just four wheels and a key. Safety is of everyone’s concern, especially parents, when considering a vehicle for a teenager. But there are other things to think about as well. In this episode, Kristin and Aaron delve into the criteria that make for an excellent car for a teen and list models that fit those criterion. http://www.DriveModeShow.com
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Honda plans to swarm CES with aids to traffic safety
Honda will be busy at CES 2019, showcasing several concepts and products related to vehicles and robotics. Among these is an interesting traffic safety system utilizing vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Honda is calling it Safe Swarm and its goal is to improve traffic flow and safety. Read about this at New Atlas.
2018 Toyota Corolla Aims To Up the Game In Safety
The Toyota Corolla has been a mainstay in the compact sedan market for years. It’s aim has been to provide a roomy interior through a utilitarian nature amid a reputation for reliability. The 2018 model largely succeeds in those aims, but there is some very stiff competition in the compact …
Self-installing child safety seat is 4moms
If you can imagine a child safety seat that has its own smartphone app and a car seat that virtually installs itself, then you can see into the future. About six months into the future, to be exact. The latest product from 4moms is coming in June this year and …
Study Comparing Crash Risk, Safety Performance in U.S. vs E.U. Is Surprising
An international research study that examines the safety performance of cars in the United States versus those in the European Union found a lot of key differences. Some may be due to regional effects, but many are likely due to regulatory differences. Read the rest at TorqueNews.com.
Will a top safety rating make the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander a contender?
The beautiful, all-new Outlander plans to become market competition as Mitsubishi struggles for relevance in the American market. With its new Top Safety Pick+ rating from the IIHS, it may be able to pull it off. Read more at Torque News
Study says child safety warning systems unreliable
A preliminary assessment of technology devices meant to help prevent children from being left in hot cars has found that the systems are unreliable and have limited effectiveness. Pinboard (MacAaron)
