Newer scoring system may make vehicle safety comparisons simpler for consumers… Cars are generally safety tested in a variety of separate categories and rated accordingly. Testing done by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration typically includes separate trials for front and side-impact crashes as well as rollover resistance, rating each vehicle one to five stars for each category. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, on the other hand, has developed a process that combines testing in front and side-impact crashes and head restraint during a crash. It does not designate a rating for each individual test, but instead gives an … Continue reading →