Many Consumers Suspicious of Robotaxis

New study shows little trust, though many who ride think better of the experience.

Teamsters Warn of Cruise Origin Dangers

Union calls on NHTSA not to exempt autonomous vehicle from Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

Honda Outshines Other Midsizes on Rear-Seat Safety

IIHS test shows Accord offers ‘stellar’ protection while others fare acceptable to poor.

Rule Would Require AEB in New Cars

Proposal intended to protect pedestrians and reduce traffic deaths and injuries overall.

Tougher Standards Mean Fewer IIHS Safety Awards

Fewer vehicles earned the honor in 2023 than last year as group toughens safety evaluation standards.

U.S. Appeals Court Rejects Challenge to FCC Decision to Shift 5.9-GHz Reallocation

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has rejected a legal challenge to a decision to shift part of the 5.9-GHz band spectrum block from auto safety to wireless devices.

Regulators Eye New Safety Regulations for Vehicle Cabins

NHTSA has announced occupant protection safety standards for vehicles with automated driving systems, covering everything from seatbelt reminders to advanced airbags.

Russian Automaker Producing Vehicles Without Standard Safety Features

AvtoVAZ has started building vehicles without airbags, antilock brakes and other safety features because international sanctions have blocked imports of needed parts.

NHTSA Investigates Whether Ford Dealership Failed to Comply with Federal Safety Regulation

U.S. auto safety regulators investigate whether a New York Ford dealership delivered a new vehicle with an outstanding safety recall.

GM Recalls Half Million Camaros, Safety Crisis Deepens