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Nebraska City Sees Fewer Traffic Crashes Last Year Than in 2000

There were slightly fewer crashes in Lincoln, Neb., last year than in 2000 despite a nearly 25 percent growth in the city’s population during that time, which officials say may be due to improvements in car safety and infrastructure, and …

Car Quality Improves Despite Addition of New Technology

Despite adding sophisticated electronic safety features and touch screens that once were prone to glitches, most automakers improved their reliability scores this year in an annual survey of new-car buyers. The latest survey by the J.D. Power consulting firm determined …

High-Tech Safety Features a Priority for Older Drivers

High-tech safety features have jumped to a high priority for older U.S. car shoppers, who want to keep their freedom of mobility, a study released Tuesday reports. Among Americans 50 and up who plan to shop for a car in …