To Thwart a Thief
By Grant Feek
Car thefts are more common than you might imagine, and have been on the rise over the past year.
There are a number of things you can do to make your car less likely to be targeted. But what about actual car anti theft devices?
Are they really car theft prevention? Which ones are best?
Here's a rundown of the types of devices on the market, which ones are (or are not) likely to be effective, and how they work.
We’re all familiar with the car alarm. Ever since the mid 80s, these dreaded sirens (many of which have evolved into a sequence of varied noises designed to attract more attention) have shattered the silence. Usually in the middle of the night.
Best Midsize SUVs of 2022
In the beginning, buying an SUV almost certainly meant you were going to be buying a midsize SUV.
Early models are the reason a niche, off-roading vehicle segment morphed into the bread-and-butter family transportation choice and then spawned numerous offshoot segments based on size, capability, performance and luxury.
There are two-row, style-oriented choices like the Chevy Blazer, Nissan Murano and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport that are resolutely intended to stay nice and clean on-road. On the opposite end, there are the old-school, body-on-frame, definitely-not-a-crossover Jeep Wrangler and Toyota 4Runner.
APCIA and IIHS Announce Public Education Effort to Reduce Teen Fatalities
Parents of teenagers who are starting to drive can turn to a new resource for expert advice on safely navigating this milestone.
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) are launching Navigate to Safety: Roadmaps for Parents of Teen Drivers, a series of downloadable guides on everything from choosing the right vehicle for your teen to understanding state laws and setting appropriate rules.
“Driving carries extra risk for teenagers. Per mile driven, they are nearly 4 times as likely as drivers ages 20 and older to crash,” says David Harkey, president of IIHS.
Korean Auto Manufacturers Lead the Way in Vehicle Dependability, J.D. Power Finds
February 10, 2022 - Korean auto brands Kia, Genesis and Hyundai earn three of the top four rankings in the newly redesigned J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), released today.
The 2019 model-year vehicles measured in this year’s study were first examined in the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS).SM Seven of the 10 highest-ranked brands in the 2019 IQS are among the 10 highest-ranked brands in this year’s VDS.
“Many owners are holding on to their vehicles longer, so long-term dependability is even more critical,” said David Amodeo, director of global automotive at J.D. Power.
The 50 States of Electric Vehicles Q4 2021
The N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) released its 2021 annual review and Q4 2021 update edition of The 50 States of Electric Vehicles. The quarterly series provides insights on state regulatory and legislative discussion.
All 50 states and DC took actions related to electric vehicles and charging infrastructure during 2021. The top ten states were California, Connecticut, Illinois, New Mexico, Hawaii, New Jersey, Colorado, Massachusetts, Oregon, and Nevada. A total of 775 electric vehicle actions were taken, with activity increasing by 30% over 2020.
