Regulation & Policy
What Are the New IIHS Crash Test Standards for 2026?
Learn what are the new IIHS crash test standards for 2026 and how they reshape vehicle safety ratings. Discover what the...
Car Seat Safety Regulations: What Parents and Drivers Need to Know
Car seat safety regulations affect how children ride, how seats are installed, and when boosters are required. Learn the...
How Do CAFE Standards Work? A Plain-English Guide for Car Owners
How do CAFE standards work? Learn how federal fuel economy rules are set, how automakers comply, and what they mean for ...
Who Enforces Vehicle Safety Regulations in the United States? A Clear Guide for Drivers
Who enforces vehicle safety regulations in the United States? Learn NHTSA, DOT, police, and courts' roles in recalls, de...
What Does the Safe Vehicles Rule Cover? A Plain-English Guide for Drivers
What does the safe vehicles rule cover? Learn which vehicle safety systems, reporting duties, and owner protections matt...
Are Automatic Emergency Braking Systems Mandatory in 2026? What US Drivers Need to Know
Are automatic emergency braking systems mandatory in 2026? Get the clear US answer, what the federal rule means, and how...
Car Safety Regulations: What Drivers Need to Know in 2025
Car safety regulations shape the vehicles you buy, drive, and insure. Learn the key federal rules, recalls, and owner st...
Trump’s SAFE rule bet: slower fuel-economy gains in exchange for newer, heavier—and supposedly safer—cars
Trump’s SAFE Vehicles rule lowers the 2021–2026 fuel-economy target to 40.4 mpg, betting that faster turnover to newer, ...
The Bureaucracy That Saves Lives: Decoding NHTSA's Statutes, FMVSS, and Enforcement Powers
This article breaks down the NHTSA statutes and FMVSS regulations that govern vehicle safety, explaining how federal law...