Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up - December 13-19, 2020
Dec 20, 2020
The past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy to digest news nuggets.. ... Continue reading
Helping Aging Family Members Who Should Stop Driving
Dec 19, 2020
As we age, so does our vision, reaction time and fine motor skills. All these things are involved in operating a vehicle. ... Continue reading
IIHS award criteria push manufacturers to scrap inferior headlights +VIDEO
Dec 15, 2020
At least 10 manufacturers have improved their 2021 headlight offerings by eliminating or modifying inferior choices, according to new ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Top Safety Pick+ award is driving the improvements. ... Continue reading
IIHS Awards 2021 RAM 1500 Top Safety Pick
Dec 15, 2020
The 2021 Ram 1500 crew cab pickup earns a Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety when equipped with specific headlights and optional front crash prevention. Unlike last year’s model, the 2021 Ram’s optional front crash prevention system is capable of detecting pedestrians. ... Continue reading
2021 Honda Accord Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Rating
Dec 15, 2020
The refreshed 2021 Honda Accord has earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest accolade, the 2020 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating. ... Continue reading
NHTSA Recall Summary - December 7, 2020
Dec 7, 2020
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up - Week Ending Dec 5, 2020
Dec 6, 2020
Every Sunday Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and Executive Producer, with able assistance from senior editor Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau, compile The Auto Channel's ... Continue reading
Dec 5, 2020
To help make our roads safer during the holiday season, the Television Bureau of Advertising (TVB) today launched the 14th annual "Project Roadblock" initiative, in which local broadcast TV stations donate airtime to support NHTSA and the Ad Council's "Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving" PSA (public service advertising) c ... Continue reading
Study Lists Top 5 Reasons Some Adults Won't Learn To Drive
Dec 4, 2020
The study by comparethemarket.com reveals main reasons why people haven't learnt to drive;-Cost is the biggest reason why some haven’t taken a driving lesson Women are more scared of learning to drive than men.Expert tips reveal how to combat pre-driving lesson nerves once they ... Continue reading
5 Safety Features Found in Modern Cars
Dec 4, 2020
Our cars are getting safer and safer all the time. Modern safety features built into them to keep us unharmed during normal operation or during an accident are essential for keeping us safe. ... Continue reading
Nov 18, 2020
GM announced today it will take customer experience one step further with OnStar Insurance. ... Continue reading
Crash rates for drivers in their 70s drop below those of middle-aged drivers
Nov 15, 2020
Drivers in their 70s are now less likely to be involved in a fatal crash than those in their prime working years, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has found. That’s a remarkable reversal for a generation of drivers once thought to be an outsize threat to themselves and others on the road. ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel - UK Viewers, Buying A Used Car Online?- Be Careful
Nov 11, 2020
With the likes of Cinch and Cazoo omni-present on lockdown TV screens, GoCompare looks at the insurance cover provided as part of the deal As car showrooms close, GoCompare warns online car buyers to get full annual insurance and breakdown cover as soon as possible after buying; Breakdown cover is basic, time-limited a ... Continue reading
Oct 28, 2020
TROY, Mich.--J.D. Power: The Retail Sales Forecast New-vehicle retail sales for the month of October are expected to be up from October 2019, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. Retail sales for new vehicles are projected to reach 1,187,800 units, a 3.0% increase compared with October 2019 ... Continue reading
Oct 25, 2020
Ford Motor Company is issuing two safety recalls in North America and one safety compliance recall in Canada. ... Continue reading
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