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Auto Safety March 14, 2023

Ford Mustang Mach-E beats Tesla Model Y, other SUVs in latest crash tests

The Ford Mustang Mach-E earned a perfect score in new IIHS rear passenger crash safety tests that only four out of 13 SUVs were able to achieve Good ratings on.

Auto Safety March 13, 2023

Drowsy drivers just won't stop soon enough, AAA study finds

A study from AAA found that the vast majority of drivers will continue their journeys when tired, even if they start to lose some control of the vehicle.

Innovations March 8, 2023

Ford launches a 'Men's Only Edition' Explorer SUV and it's terrible

Ford is launching a new ad campaign for a "Men's Only Edition" Explorer, which is missing several key features that were designed by women to celebrate Women's History Month.

Auto Safety March 8, 2023

Car thefts hit 1 million in 2022 due to weak enforcement and juvenile offenders, NICB says

There were over 1 million stolen cars in the U.S. in 2022 according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, which cited weak law enforcement.

Cadillac March 7, 2023

Here's how Cadillac's semi-autonomous Celestiq will work

The Cadillac Celestiq electric luxury car will have over 20 sensors, including lidar, that will enable its Ultra Cruise system to drive it 95% of the time.

Ford March 4, 2023

Eyes off the road? Ford is developing automated tech that will let drivers doze off

Ford's new Latitude AI division is aimed at developing advanced driver assist systems that will one day allow drivers to sleep behind the wheel on the highway.

Innovations March 2, 2023

Most drivers fear autonomous cars, AAA study says

Nearly seven in 10 respondents to a AAA survey said that they fear autonomous vehicles, which is an increase of 13% compared to last year's study.

Motorcycles March 1, 2023

Solo woman first to ride across Africa on an electric motorcycle

Sinje Gottwald, a tech professional from Germany, became the first person to drive the length of Africa on an electric motorcycle during a 124-day solo journey.

Auto Safety February 27, 2023

Most vehicles can't pass muster in new tougher crash tests

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick list for 2023 is half as long as it was the year before due to new, more stringent testing.

Tires February 25, 2023

Beware of driving in a winter storm with these tires, even if it's not snowing

Cold temperatures stiffen tire rubber and reduce their performance even on dry roads, which is why experts suggest getting winter tires in cold climates.