The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been performing their New Car Assessment Program, perhaps better known as the Five-Star Safety Rating System, since 1978 However, this year they have decided to shake things up and have drastically revised the system

When shopping for a new car the safety of that vehicle and the features it uses to keep all occupants safe is the most important thing to look for Before purchasing a car make sure to check for these 5 things, and if the car doesn't have them, consider looking elsewhere

Fiat is making its return to the United States after a failed attempt 27 years ago This change comes after Fiat took a controlling interest in the Chrysler brand, and made plans to combine the two automakers to become a larger player in the global auto industry

Automakers are constantly searching for new technology and features They have to be, considering that consumers are always looking for their vehicles to be more comfortable, convenient, safer, and more fun to drive, and reward the car manufacturers who provide these results

There have been many stories in the news lately about runaway cars These incidents, which have caused several accidents and many scary moments, have led to the recall of thousands of vehicles

The past few years have been difficult for the big American auto makers Sales have been down, and car manufacturers from other parts of the world are taking over domestic sales

Like most industries, the car business has suffered over the last few years due to the economic crisis However, recent reports show that the industry has picked up again within the last year, which is great news for auto manufacturers and consumers alike

The winter is fast approaching and for most of us this means the snow is about to start falling All the snow and ice can cause many problems for vehicles and slippery conditions on the roads

Cars and phones can be a good combination While it is still unsafe to text or talk on the phone while driving, Smartphones and automakers are teaming up in a different way

With the holidays fast approaching it’s hard not to get caught up in all the merriment that is this time of year Unfortunately, with the merriment comes stress; the stress of shopping and finding the perfect gift for that special someone

We live in a world that is constantly searching for new technology to make everything faster, smoother, better, and more effortless, and the car industry is certainly no exception We have moved from the single Model T to thousands of different models that can be customized with almost any feature the owner would like

The financial cost of automobile accidents every year in the United States averages around 230 billion dollars ABCNews

The Green Car of the Year award is a program designed by Green Car Jouranl to recognize and honor vehicles that display environmental leadership For the sixth year in a row, the winner will be announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show this November