Produced jointly by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and AAA, this brochure provides safety information for all new cars, light trucks, minivans and sport-utility vehicles. It also includes crash-test ratings for those vehicles. In response to the public?s increasing concern about safety, many manufacturers are designing vehicles with crash protection and safety features beyond the minimum standards set by the federal government. Key questions to ask when looking to buy a safer car are:

• How well does this vehicle protect people during a crash?
• What features does this vehicle have to help you avoid a crash?
• What other types of safety features does this vehicle have?

Driving a vehicle with advanced safety features and a high rating for crash protection may save the life of someone you know in the event of a crash. It also may save you money. In some states, certain safety features on a vehicle, such as air bags and anti-lock brakes, reduce the cost of insurance. Safety features and high crash protection ratings also may boost your vehicle's resale value. Knowing about the latest in safety technology and crash-test ratings enables you to compare all new vehicle features to ensure you get the highest value. For more information on this topic, please contact your local AAA club.