Posts tagged "IIHS"

How Cars Undergo Collision Testing

The advanced safety equipment in our cars saves thousands of lives; lives that we're sure would have been lost if not for such features. [more]

October 26th 2011 Cecil Helton

IIHS: Half of All Booster Seats Unsafe

Half of children’s car booster seats aren’t good enough to ensure a proper fit with safety belts, and six were so bad the IIHS says to avoid them. [more]

October 13th 2011 Cecil Helton

Who is the IIHS?

The IIHS is the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It is a non-profit group funded by insurance companies to find ways to reduce injuries and damage because of car accidents. The IIHS, … [more]

September 22nd 2011 Steve Wyrostek

Does High Fuel Economy Mean a Sacrifice in Safety?

While smaller cars are designed with safety in mind, "safety" is a relative term. Just as it's a given that the smallest cars normally provide the highest fuel economy, it's also a given that … [more]

August 31st 2011 Cecil Helton

Top 10 Vehicles Thieves Love to Steal

There is no automobile currently more attractive to the criminal element of society than the Cadillac Escalade, which makes it's fourth straight appearance at the top of the Highway Loss Data … [more]

August 25th 2011 Cecil Helton

Cars Thieves Avoid: The 10 Least Likely to be Stolen

While every car is a potential target for criminals, some simply don't seem to be able to pique the interest of auto thieves. But that isn't a negative - for either their owners, nor the car … [more]

August 25th 2011 Cecil Helton

Staying Safe: Safety Features Offer Car Insurance Discounts

Make the choice to select a car that is filled with safety equipment included as standard. It not only keeps you safe, but you'll shave dollars from your insurance premium. [more]

August 10th 2011 Cecil Helton

Safety Features to Look for in Your Next Car

Selecting a car with as many safety features offered as standard equipment as possible will not only ensure the safety of yourself and your passengers, but can also help you save on your car … [more]

July 13th 2011 Cecil Helton

Save Money on Insurance When Buying a New Car

Getting the right car when you purchase a new or a used vehicle is one of the keys to saving on your auto insurance. Here are the things you should be looking for when you select your next car … [more]

April 8th 2011 Cecil Helton

Technology Could Save Pedestrians, says IIHS

Automotive safety has greatly increased the protection for drivers and occupants of automobiles in crashes, but the same cannot be said for pedestrians who are struck by cars. [more]

April 4th 2011 Cecil Helton