2010 vehicle safety features: Auto-reverse windows
We recently reported on power window safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) rulemaking on adding technology known as auto-reversing systems (ARS) to all vehicle windows. This feature would help avoid injuries by stopping a window if an obstruction is …
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Just In: 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
At first glance, an obvious question comes to mind: What exactly is the Accord Crosstour? It has more ground clearance than the Accord sedan and optional AWD, but it’s pretty far from a traditional SUV. The fast slope on the liftgate means this isn’t really a wagon. And Americans are …
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Analysis shows over 40-percent of sudden acceleration complaints involve Toyotas
Toyota and Lexus models for 2008 had a much greater incidence of sudden, unintended acceleration than other brands, according to Consumer Reports’ analysis of a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) safety complaints database. In our review of 2008 model-year data, Ford also …
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2009 LA Auto Show: Odds, ends, and final thoughts
A few random tidbits picked up during the LA Auto Show press days…
Coming down the road: In addition to its new coupe and roadster models, a Mini crossover will be released around the end of 2010 or the beginning of 2011. Mitsubishi said that it will introduce a new compact crossover SUV, …
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