Which automaker has the best safety ratings in 2026? See what Consumer Reports, U.S. News, and the Insurance Institute for ...

The race track might be home to noise, drama, and excitement, but it's also the birthplace of safety inventions we take for granted in our daily drivers.

“Safety isn’t just about crash testing,” says Emily A. Thomas, PhD, associate director of auto safety at Consumer Reports. “A safe car has predictable handling and braking, controls that don’t ...

Car Safety Statistics: Road safety in 2024 continued to be a significant global challenge, as highlighted by statistics from various regions that indicate areas still requiring improvement. Car safety ...

Flooding can destroy a perfectly good car remarkably quickly. Water reaching the cabin can ruin upholstery and electronics, while deeper flooding can damage the drivetrain, contaminate mechanical ...

Safety is a paramount issue when it comes to cars. As awesome as they are, cars require some skill to drive, and in the worst cases, accidents can be deadly. The World Health Organization estimates ...

Michael Frank has been writing and editing car and motorcycle coverage for the past two decades. His outlets have included Forbes, Coolhunting, The Wall Street Journal, Car & Driver, Road & Track, The ...

Only Slate Plus members can gift Slate stories. Become a member to share 10 free articles a month.Become a Plus Member It’s a nightmare situation on a highway: Your car hits a patch of ice and starts ...

Experts warn that car rental companies may cut corners on safety checks, leaving travelers vulnerable. Here are the key steps to verify your vehicle’s condition before hitting the road. Everything ...