News releases

Feb 3, 2022 — Pedestrian crash avoidance systems reduce real-world crashes by more than a quarter, but they don't have much effect in the dark. A planned updated to the Institute's ratings could spur manufacturers to improve nighttime performance.

Jan 20, 2022 – Vehicles with partial automation need to have safeguards in place to help drivers stay focused on the road. IIHS is developing a ratings program to evaluate attention reminders and other measures.

Dec 21, 2021 – The midsize luxury SUV comes with a standard front crash prevention system that earns superior ratings in both the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian tests.

Dec 15, 2021 – The midsize SUV performs well in crash tests, but marginal headlights and an acceptable head restraint rating keep it from earning a TOP SAFETY PICK award.

Nov 3, 2021 – The 2022 Santa Cruz crew cab, a small pickup, qualifies for a TOP SAFETY PICK award when equipped with specific headlights.

Oct 27, 2021 – Only one out of 20 small SUVs earns a good rating in a new, more stringent side-impact test designed to further reduce crash fatalities.

Oct 14, 2021 — Headlight improvements encouraged by the Institute's ratings program are reducing crashes in the real world, a new study shows.

Sept 21, 2021 – The new electric midsize SUV is the latest TOP SAFETY PICK+ winner.

Sept 14, 2021 – The Buick Encore GX, another small SUV from General Motors, qualifies for TOP SAFETY PICK.

Aug 10, 2021 — Injury crash rates for bicyclists fell sharply in one Washington, D.C., suburb, last year as more riders took to the trails instead of unprotected bike lanes.