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SAFEST CARS OF 2024: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE IIHS AWARDS

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Source: Consumer Reports


The
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) tightened its requirements for the 2024 Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards.
These changes include stricter crash tests, particularly rear-seat and pedestrian protection.
As a result, fewer vehicles received the coveted
Top Safety Pick+ rating this year.
The majority of winners are small and midsize SUVs, with Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis leading the list.
Toyota and Lexus follow closely behind.
Notable awardees include the Honda Civic, Toyota Camry, and Genesis G80.

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