IIHS & HLDI news: 1999

December 8

Latest crash tests: majority of large luxury cars rated good; among large family cars, the winners don't include Chryslers

December 4

Teen passenger restriction will save lives, study predicts

September 28

Bumpers on large family cars and luxury cars don't bump; every model tested sustains extensive damage in 5 mph impacts

September 21

Joint news release from IIHS and Insurance Information Institute: Does your teenager drive a safe car? Vehicle choice is particularly important for young drivers

July 7

Crash test results: two midsize SUVs earn "best pick" ratings; two other 1999 models don't improve compared with their earlier versions

June 16

SUV bumpers don't resist damage in impacts at little more than walking speed

June 3

Head restraint designs are improved in 1999 models, but restraints in a third of all models are still poor

May 25

HLDI: SUVs have highest theft losses for 4th year in a row; worst overall theft loss result is 12 times higher than average

April 14

Crash test results: protection improves in 6 of 10 new vehicles; still room for more improvement

April 6

Impressive crash test performance for vehicles with side airbags that also protect people's heads

March 30

Despite warnings, many children still ride unrestrained or in the front seat

March 10

Two automakers improve car bumpers; another new model has worse bumpers

January 20

Crash risk is lower among teens subject to core provisions of graduated licensing

January 14

Motor vehicle deaths 15 percent higher on roads in 24 states that raised speed limits