News releases

Nov 29, 2023 — An acceptable rating in the driver-side small overlap front crash test prevents the midsize SUV from qualifying for TOP SAFETY PICK

Nov 7, 2023 — Three of four large pickups tested earn poor ratings in the Institute's updated moderate overlap front test, but the group performed well in the updated side test.

Nov 2, 2023 — An update to the 2024 Kia Carnival corrected a flaw that caused a second-row seat to break loose during the IIHS side crash test.

Oct 26, 2023 — The two wagons were redesigned for the 2024 model year with better side protection and standard good-rated headlights.

Oct 10, 2023 — The large sedan earns a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award with all standard equipment.

Oct 3, 2023 — The 2023-24 Volvo XC60 and plug-in hybrid XC60 Recharge qualify for TOP SAFETY PICK awards.

Sep 19, 2023 — None of the four minivans tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earns an acceptable or good rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which now emphasizes back seat safety.

Sep 14, 2023 — The 2023 Genesis Electrified GV70, Hyundai Ioniq 6 and Lexus RZ earn TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards.

Sep 12, 2023 — The 2024 Mazda CX-90 and CX-90 PHEV, both midsize SUVs, earn TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards.

August 31, 2023 — The Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and Dodge Charger HEMI top HLDI’s list of the most-stolen vehicles for model years 2020-22. Four Kia vehicles make the top 20, thanks to a viral trend.

August 22, 2023 — The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Grand Cherokee L both earn TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards.

Aug 16, 2023 — Out of seven midsize cars tested, the Accord is the only vehicle to earn a good rating in the new, tougher moderate overlap front crash test, which emphasizes rear-seat safety.

Jul 13, 2023 — The latest driver death rates show the dangers of muscle cars in addition to the minicars and small cars that usually dominate the list.

Jun 28, 2023 — None of the five small crew cab pickups IIHS tested earns a good rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which now includes a second dummy positioned in the rear seat behind the driver.

Jun 22, 2023 — Redesigned for the 2023 model year, the small SUV now boasts a front crash prevention system that earns superior ratings in both the daytime and nighttime vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations.

May 23, 2023 — Amid stubbornly high prices, IIHS and Consumer Reports have found some safe and reliable choices that won’t break the bank.

May 11, 2023 — None of the five small cars IIHS tested earns a good rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which includes a second dummy positioned in the rear seat.

May 3, 2023 — The 2023 model qualifies for TOP SAFETY PICK+ thanks to improved performance in the original moderate overlap front crash test.

Mar 14, 2023 — Only four of 13 midsize SUVs tested earn good ratings in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which now incorporates a dummy in the second row.

Feb 23, 2023 — Only 48 models qualify for 2023 awards thanks to stiffer requirements for headlights, side-crash protection and pedestrian crash avoidance.

Feb 2, 2023 — Among the four minivans tested, the 2023 Toyota Sienna is the only vehicle to earn a good rating in the Institute's seat belt reminder evaluation.

Dec 20, 2022 — The new electric large luxury car earns a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award with all standard equipment.

Dec 16, 2022 — All trims of the new electric large pickup come with good-rated LED projector headlights and a standard front crash prevention system that earns superior ratings in both the vehicle-to-vehicle and daytime vehicle-to-pedestrian tests.

Dec 13, 2022 — The updated moderate overlap front crash test incorporates a dummy in the second row to encourage automakers to improve safety for passengers seated in the rear. Only two of 15 small SUVs tested earn a good rating.

Nov 17, 2022 — Five out of six small pickups tested earn good or acceptable ratings in the updated, more challenging evaluation.