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Showing posts with label Safety. Show all posts

July 12, 2026

Tesla Just Beat Mazda: User Interface, Not Screen Size Influence Safe Vehicle Operation


Modern vehicles with their touchscreen heavy interfaces are bringing safety to the wrong direction. In a follow up to a 2022 test done by Swedish publication Vi Bilägare, they found that drivers now take longer to complete a set of common in-vehicle tasks than they did four years ago.

July 10, 2026

2027 Mazda CX-5 Scores A Top Safety Pick+ Award From IIHS


After scoring a 5-star safety rating at both the ANCAP and Euro NCAP, the all-new, third-generation CX-5 has scooped up yet another prestigious safety award. Most recently, the compact SUV received the 2026 Top Safety Pick+ award—the highest award in vehicle safety bestowed by the US-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

July 3, 2026

All-New Mazda CX-5 Scores 5-Star Safety Rating In Euro NCAP, ANCAP


The all-new, third-generation CX-5 builds on Mazda’s reputation for safety with the compact SUV scoring perfect scores at both the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) and the ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program).

June 11, 2026

Kia Sonet Scores 1-Star At Global NCAP Safety Test


The Kia Sonet smashed itself to a one-star Adult Occupancy Protection score at the Global New Car Assessment Program. It also scored three stars in Child Occupant Protection as well.

June 2, 2026

Truck Manufacturers Association Strengthens Road Safety Advocacy


Reinforcing its commitment to safer and more responsible transport operations in the country, the Truck Manufacturers Association, Inc. (TMA) actively supported the Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) National Road Safety Campaign through two major initiatives held during National Road Safety Month: first through a transport cooperative training program, and second through participation in the culminating National Road Safety Summit.

April 22, 2026

Hyundai Motor PH Is Recalling Palisade HEVs For Crushing Power Seats


Hyundai Motor Philippines has just issued a very important safety recall surrounding its new Palisade HEV model.

April 16, 2026

Over 2,100 BMW Models In The Philippines Being Recalled For Starter Motor


SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation, a subsidiary of San Miguel Corporation and the official distributor of BMW vehicles in the Philippines, is holding a recall involving the starter motors on select BMW models.

April 8, 2026

Not Just For Show: Mazda Leads The Way In Safety


Modern mobility has many definitions. Often, the term relies heavily on the technological features packed into new cars. While some of those features add comfort or deal with in-car entertainment, safety remains at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of automotive technology. Not to mention new car buyers are putting safety as a top priority for choosing a new car.

March 25, 2026

Mazda Earns Most 2026 Top Safety Pick+ Awards


Mazda vehicles once again rank among the safest on the road, earning eight 2026 Top Safety Pick+ awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), more than any other brand. This is the third consecutive year Mazda has debuted as the industry leader in the highest tier of IIHS recognition—a remarkable accomplishment considering the criteria continue to tighten each year.

March 16, 2026

Jetour Does It Right, Scores 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating For Jetour T1


Following the recent announcement of the Jetour T2 assessment, the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has also completed the evaluation of the Jetour’s latest model, the all-new Jetour T1.

Geely Okavango Gets 5-Star Safety Rating Revoked


When Geely, via its strategic partnership with Proton, had the Okavango tested at the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) every other publication was quick to praise its 5-star rating in 2023. Except for, you guessed, it, us.

March 6, 2026

The Three-Point Seatbelt Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary


The world is celebrating the 70th anniversary of the three-point seatbelt—a simple, yet crucial automotive safety device that has saved countless lives. And everyone has to thank Volvo for that.

March 2, 2026

Subaru PH Says Units NOT Included In North American Fuel System Recall


Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc. is providing clarity following recent reports of a vehicle recall involving certain Subaru hybrid models in North America. After direct verification with Subaru Corporation, Motor Image Group confirms that Subaru vehicles distributed within its markets, including the Philippines, are not affected by this recall campaign.

February 17, 2026

Physical Buttons, Controls Now A Requirement For 5-Star Safety Score


Carmakers are now working to redesign car interiors after two separate safety agencies, the Euro NCAP and China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will start to penalize touchscreen-only controls for essential driving tasks.

February 12, 2026

Consumer Reports Names Mazda As Its First-Ever Safest New Car Brand


Mazda is recognized by Consumer Reports as the top-performing brand in its newly released Safety Verdict assessment—an evaluation that sets a new benchmark for how effectively modern vehicles help drivers avoid crashes and protect occupants when one occurs.

February 4, 2026

China Becomes First Country In The World To Ban Hidden Door Handles


China takes the lead in vehicle safety as it becomes the first country in the world to ban concealed door handles.

January 26, 2026

Ford Reinforces Safety With Inspection, Repair Of Defective Airbags


In line with its commitment to the safety of its customers, Ford Philippines is re-issuing a service program urging owners whose vehicles are affected by defective Takata airbags to visit a Ford dealership as soon as possible.

January 19, 2026

Jetour T2 Scores 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating


The Jetour T2 scored a perfect 5 out of 5 stars at the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or ASEAN NCAP. With a score of 86.5 out of 100, the T2 earned a 5-star rating under the ASEAN NCAP 2021-2025 protocol.

January 18, 2026

EVs Dominate List Of 2025's Safest Cars According To Euro NCAP


Battery electric vehicles were the safest vehicles tested in 2025 by the European New Car Assessment Program or Euro NCAP.

January 5, 2026

Volkswagen Reembraces Physical Switches As New Euro NCAP Requirements Take Effect


Carmakers who thought that touchscreens are the future, are starting to double back. The clearest case is with the all-new ID. Polo—Volkswagen’s newest EV that brings back tactile buttons and switches. It will definite the interior concept of upcoming Volkswagen EV models moving forward.