Safety

Software-Based Vehicle Safety Recalls are Growing

J.D. Power SafetyIQ released a recent report confirming that software-based vehicle safety recalls are becoming more common. J.D. Power created its SafetyIQ section to better aid car buyers by blending data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, with the research agency’s own automotive information. According to the research firm, 2015 set a record for complain

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Savari Showcases its V2X Safety Solutions in Detroit

These safety concerns need to be addressed before driverless cars hit the road. It is expected that by 2020, thousands of Americans will be purchasing autonomous vehicles. Some of the main safety concerns relate to inclement weather confusing sensors and radar, as well as obstructing camera vision. Savari, a company focused on implementing automotive safety through technology, showcased its V2X

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Summer Tire Safety Tips

With the hotter weather approaching, drivers will want to switch their tires to ones better suited for the environment. Summer tires are designed to take the heat and help drivers keep up with difficult conditions on summer roads. However, just like any other tires, car owners need to make sure that they are maintaining their tires correctly to get the most out of them. By following these quick an

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Top Car Safety Advancements of the Past Decade

As more and more drivers learn how to use their vehicles, automotive professionals develop new technologies to keep up with safety demands. New vehicles are featuring advanced safety options that can provide drivers with an additional degree of comfort and protection from all types of incidents on the road. In the past decade, several safety systems have stood out among others, going above and bey

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Tesla Defends the Safety and Integrity of Electric Vehicles

One of the largest criticisms of electric vehicles is their stability and safety, and many believe that fully electrical cars will not be as safe or as durable as traditional gasoline powered models. Recently, representatives of the Tesla Motors corporation released statements defending the stability and integrity of the company's various electric vehicles. A great deal of the discussion was cente

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Are Autonomous Vehicles Safe Enough?

We live in an age of technology and innovation. Most of the time these things bring many positives into our lives, including much-appreciate modern conveniences. Although a self-driving car has yet to be released to the general public, anticipation about the convenience they will provide and its other positives have all of the world talking. However, automotive safety advocates are beginning to ha

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NHTSA: Just Calm Down

Because National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the media have not only covered, but unwittingly exaggerated the effects of negligence in the automotive market. Everyday drivers have become increasingly aware of the lingering dangers of driving. Before I continue, some explanation is necessary. In years past, the NHTSA had become famous for accepting donations from American auto

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Uber and Lyft in Texas

Two days after Proposition 1’s defeat on May 7th; Uber and Lyft pulled their respective businesses out of the city of Austin. A superficial scan of the story (i.e. title skimming) might yield an inaccurate assumption that Austin has forced them out of the city. However, that is far from the truth, Lyft and Uber decided to team up for a fight in Texas, beyondAustin City Limits. Many do not re

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Uber and Lyft: More Than a Fingerprint

The fight against fingerprinting is heating up. Normally bitter rivals; Uber and Lyft; have decided to put aside their differences to team up and fight a foe that is far too powerful for either to topple alone. It is worth noting (because many are unaware), Austin is not the only city that requires drivers submit their fingerprints before driving. In fact, the entire state of Texas requires that

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Uber and Lyft Fight Fingerprinting

Austin recently started a highly publicized fight with ride sharing companies Lyft and Uber. The ride start up sourcing super powers; exhibited uncharacteristic coadjuvancy, by aligning in solidarity against the tyrannical will of the Citizens of “old Austin.” Unfortunately, in this case Uber and Lyft were slain by the Goliath that is Texas’s fourth biggest city and historic liberal haven. Basica

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