
June 9, 2026
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety released results from its first evaluation of commercial vehicle safety features focused on protecting drivers. Four out of nine heavy-duty pickups and cargo vans assessed met key criteria including airbags and advanced seat belts.
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May 27, 2026
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Consumer Reports have published an updated list recommending affordable used cars that meet key safety standards suitable for teen drivers. The guidelines highlight exclusions based on power-to-weight ratios while emphasizing advanced crash protection features.
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May 14, 2026
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded its highest honor—the Top Safety Pick Plus—to both the 2026 Hyundai Palisade (built after November 2025) and Toyota Prius following improved performance in recent tests. Fourteen other recently tested models did not qualify for these top honors.
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May 12, 2026
A new Insurance Institute for Highway Safety study reports an increase in car advertisements focused on performance from 2018-2022 while speed-related traffic deaths remain high. Experts say these marketing trends could reinforce risky behaviors among drivers.
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April 28, 2026
A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finds drivers handle their phones more often while speeding than previously thought. Telematics data reveal this pattern is strongest on high-speed roads.
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