News releases

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.

Nov 10, 2022 — Despite the challenge presented by low ride heights in the Institute’s new, tougher side test, some small cars have cracked the code.

Oct 4, 2022 — Ford's electric SUV earns good ratings for head protection for both the driver and rear passenger, and measurements taken from the driver and rear-passenger dummies show a low risk of injury to most body regions.

Sep 27, 2022 — The new small SUV comes with a standard front crash prevention system that earns superior ratings in the vehicle-to-vehicle and daytime vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations.

Sep 7, 2022 — The large pickup qualifies for a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award thanks to improved performance in the two small overlap front tests and better headlights.

Aug 30, 2022 — Only four of the first 23 vehicles tested earn the highest rating of superior, while more than half earn a basic score or no credit.

Aug 4, 2022 — IIHS put seven midsize cars through the new, tougher side-impact test. Only the Subaru Outback earns a good rating.

Jul 19, 2022 — IIHS evaluated 10 popular trucks for their seat belt reminders. Only the Toyota Tundra meets the criteria for a good rating.

Jun 30, 2022 — The all-new electric vehicle's standard front crash prevention system earns superior ratings in the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations.

Jun 23, 2022 — An IIHS survey shows drivers prefer partially automated features that require them to keep their hands on the wheel and have appropriate attention safeguards.

Jun 9, 2022 — A combination of enforcement, engineering and public outreach successfully reduced speeding in a pilot project in rural Maryland.

Jun 7, 2022 — The 2022 Tacoma extended cab earns a marginal rating in the passenger-side small overlap front crash test for models built after October 2021, and a poor rating for earlier models.

Jun 2, 2022 — Like an earlier model, the 2022 Wrangler 4-door tipped onto its right side in the driver-side small overlap front test.

May 26, 2022 — Our latest list of recommended vehicles for young drivers, published annually with Consumer Reports, features 49 used models and 21 new ones.

May 18, 2022 — Ten out of 18 midsize SUVs earn good ratings in the new, higher energy side test.

May 10, 2022 — The Corolla Cross and RAV4 Prime earn TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards, while the RAV4 qualifies for TOP SAFETY PICK.

May 3, 2022 — The sporty hatchbacks come with a superior-rated front crash prevention system when equipped with an automatic transmission.

March 31, 2022 — Nearly half of the first batch of vehicles tested earn a poor rating for seat belt reminders.

Feb 24, 2022 — Sixty-five vehicles qualify for the 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, and another 36 earn the TOP SAFETY PICK designation.

Feb 9, 2022 — IIHS has teamed up with the American Property Casualty Insurance Association to help parents guide their teenagers safely through the first years of driving.

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.

Aug 6, 2021 – The GMC Acadia, another midsize SUV from General Motors, also performs well in crash tests, but marginal headlights keep it from earning an award.

Jul 8, 2021 – Adjustments to reduce headlight glare lifted the midsize luxury car to TOP SAFETY PICK status.

Jul 1, 2021 – Adaptive cruise control and more sophisticated partial automation are as much as 75 percent less likely to be active on freeway curves, limiting their potential safety benefits.

May 20, 2021 – Consumer Reports and IIHS have update their recommendations for used and new vehicles for young drivers.

Apr 22, 2021 – The awards come as a new analysis of insurance data shows injury claims are less common for electric vehicles.

Mar 18, 2021 – The luxury brand’s first SUV aced all six crash tests and earned a superior ratings for crash avoidance.

Feb 11, 2021 – Forty-nine vehicles qualify for the 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, and another 41 earn the TOP SAFETY PICK designation.

Jan 28, 2021 – Small speed increases can have huge effects on crash outcomes, as shown in new crash tests by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Humanetics.

Dec 15, 2020 – At least 10 manufacturers have improved their headlight offerings in the quest for TOP SAFETY PICK+.

Oct 15, 2020 – Sidewalk riding may be controversial, but it's protecting e-scooter riders from crashes with motor vehicles.