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It’s time to regulate vehicle automation

As both partial driving automation and highly automated vehicles become more common, we lack commonsense rules to guide their use and collect safety data.

By David Kidd

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Volkswagen ID.4 collects IIHS award

Volkswagen ID.4 collects IIHS award

With a standard front crash prevention system that earns an acceptable rating in the IIHS pedestrian test, the electric midsize SUV qualifies for a Top Safety Pick award.

More safe, affordable options for teens

More safe, affordable options for teens

IIHS and Consumer Reports are raising the bar for their recommended used and new vehicles for young drivers now that prices have stabilized.

Making deliveries safer

Making deliveries safer

Equipping light vans with four key safety features could address nearly 4 out of 10 fatal crashes involving such vehicles.

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