Family and Car Safety Articles

Holiday Road Trip Tips

The holidays are a great time to venture forth to grandma's house with family and friends. It is time to spread some holiday cheer by loading up the family car and setting out for a classic American road trip. Here are our tips to keep you safe and happy for your awesome adventure.  

How Vehicle Safety Has Improved

Cars have never been safer thanks to research on what causes crashes and in-depth analysis of accident data. New driver assistance features add to being safe on the roads. How has vehicle safety improved over the years? Let's find out.

Safest Cars 2025

Here are the top safest cars for 2025. Each of the following are highly rated for safety, reliability, and lots of space.

Safest Cars 2024

The following are some of the safest cars for 2024 according to the experts at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. 

Future Car Safety Tech

In the decade to come you will see an amazing and transformative array of new car safety tech that will greatly reduce traffic accidents and improve the world of personal transportation. Here's what's coming! 

Avoid Auto Theft 

It helps to think like a car thief to keep your vehicle secure and take preventative measures. Here are our top tips to prevent car theft.

When your Car can Buy your Groceries

It won't be long before cars can act as personal assistants, driving you to work, picking up the dry cleaning, making dinner reservations or delivering the groceries, saving you time and inconvenience. 

How Police Know You're Texting

We have all driven a vehicle while having an active cell phone in the car. We have all answered phone calls while driving. Many of us have answered emails or texts or sent texts while driving. But the statistics regarding texting while driving will truly shock you. 

The Safest SUVs Today

With so many families using crossovers and SUVs to transport their loved ones, you naturally want a vehicle that is both safe and reliable. With that in mind we've put together this list of the safest SUVs available today.

When is the Safest Time to Drive?

Just as there are more dangerous times to drive, such as on weekends, there are also times when it is safest to be on the road. Find out the safest times to drive in America right here. 

Best Family Cars

Looking for a new family vehicle? Well, today there are plenty of great family-friendly cars to choose from. 

Best Used Family Cars

You'll want a vehicle with top safety ratings that is fuel efficient, and above all, reliable, to get your precious cargo where you need to go. Here's our list of the best used family cars available today.

Future Driver Assist Tech

Cars are coming ever closer to autonomous travel. What driver assist features are coming in the near future to help keep us safe on the road? Let's find out.

Most Effective Car Safety Tech

From seat belts and airbags to advanced driver assist safety features, our automobiles are getting safer, but what are the most effective car safety technologies on the road today?

Safest Cars of 2023

How are cars picked as the safest in the land? We have the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to thank, and this year, new requirements make vehicles safer than ever.

Safest Family Car 2023

When it comes to purchasing a new family car, there is no doubt that the highest priority is safety. Subaru has a reputation for safety, and the Ascent is no exception.

Newer Cars are Safer

The facts are in, and we are happy to report that newer cars, trucks, and SUVs are safer than ever before. If your family's safety is important to you, you'll want to read this.

Saving Lives with Pedestrian Detection

Today's vehicles include an amazing array of driver assist and safety features that are helping to change the tide of driver, passenger, and even pedestrian deaths.

Most Dangerous Time to Drive

Everybody knows that driving can be dangerous, but did you know it can be especially dangerous during specific days of the year? Find out when.

Top Five Car Accident Causes

The majority of car crashes and traffic accidents are caused by human error of one kind or another. Here's our list of the top five reasons people get involved in a car crash.

Safe Driving Tips for Teens

As a parent, you want to be assured that you are doing everything in your power to give your teenager the skills and perspective to be a safe and respectful driver. Here are tips for both you and your teen to help keep them safe on the road..

Safe Holiday Driving Tips

Statistically speaking, holiday driving means more of a chance for an accident on the roads. Keep these holiday driving tips in mind when traveling this holiday season.

Driving Safely in Extreme Conditions

Are you in the know when it comes to driving in severe weather? These tips will help get you home safe and sound.

High Tech Child Car Seats

The latest high tech child car seats keep kids safe and secure in amazing new ways.

The Future of Car Airbags

When looking at the future of car airbags, it is important to take a moment to look at the evolution of these safety devices.

New Tech Defeats Teen Distracted Driving

Texting while driving can be lethal for teen drivers. New technology hopes to curb distracted driving.

Driver Assist Helps Seniors

The last thing that seniors aged 65 and older want to do is give up their car keys. Find out how seniors can drive safer and longer thanks to today's driver assist technology.

Does Your Car Have a Recall?

How do you find out about recalls and take care of the potential problem for your vehicle? Lithia has the answers to help you out.

How Driver Assist Tech Improves Safety

How do driver assist features improve your safety while driving? Lithia breaks down some of the important features vehicles have to offer to keep you safe.

Do Car Airbags Expire?

Airbags can save a life, but how do they work & do they ever expire? Lithia breaks down a better understanding on this important safety device.

Steer Clear of Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is among all of us, and we need to be aware and safe on the road at all times. To avoid distracted driving, we give you some tips on what to do to protect you and other drivers around you.

What Makes a Great Family Car

A vehicle that makes the entire family comfortable and happy would be considered a great family car; but what features contain them? We wrapped up a list of the top family cars that will best suit your entire family.

What's the deal with Driver Assist?

With so many new car technologies, it's hard to keep up. Read about the most popular driver assist features that you might not be utilizing when you're on the road.

Teen Driving Tips for Parents

As your child turns into a teen, they might have interest in driving and getting their license. Discover some helpful tips for your them as they get ready to hit the road and become a responsible driver behind the wheel.