{"id":10256,"date":"2021-07-29T17:25:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-29T17:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carpages.ca\/blog\/?post_type=cp_guides&p=10256"},"modified":"2021-08-30T18:40:46","modified_gmt":"2021-08-30T18:40:46","slug":"car-safety-ratings","status":"publish","type":"cp_guides","link":"https:\/\/www.carpages.ca\/blog\/car-safety-ratings\/","title":{"rendered":"Car Safety Ratings: A Short Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From seating capacity to fuel efficiency, there are many factors to consider when buying a used car<\/strong><\/a>. But no matter what type of car you\u2019re looking for \u2013 be it a daily city commuter, a practical towing SUV, or an all-around family wagon that doubles as a car for camping \u2013 you should always have safety in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are approximately 160,000 road crashes in Canada each year, with 2,800 to 2,900 of those resulting in deaths. While the numbers may seem daunting, there are<\/em> things you can do to lower your chances and put your mind at ease. For example, you can request the vehicle history report, conduct a thorough inspection, and look up your car\u2019s safety ratings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, we tackle the latter, which provides key insight into crashworthiness and manufacturer recalls. Read on to learn about how you can buy safe vehicles and ensure excellent protection for you and your family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety Considerations For New And Used Cars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re shopping for a new or used car, it\u2019s good practice to consider the following safety concerns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New vs Old<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to technological advancements, today\u2019s cars are safer than ever. As a result, later models will have better safety features than older ones \u2013 even cars that have been released in the last five to 10 years. Think about it: electronic stability control, which keeps vehicles from skidding out of control during turns, only became a standard feature in 2012, while rearview backup cameras only gained popularity in the last few years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Small vs Big<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The size of your vehicle doesn\u2019t just matter when it comes to things like hauling big cargo and seating more passengers. Heavier, larger vehicles, like towing SUVs<\/strong><\/a>, tend to offer more protection versus smaller cars because they can absorb more crash energy than smaller and lighter builds.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While modern cars will generally have more safety features than older ones, you\u2019ll find various safety features across different makes, models, and even trim options. Some important safety features to look for include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n