Bystander Saves Driver From Burning Car in Oregon Crash
When a car burst into flames after crashing into a creek in Wilsonville, a passerby didn't hesitate to act. Using only a strap, he pulled a trapped driver to safety before firefighters arrived.
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China Bans Hidden Car Handles After Deadly Crashes
Starting in 2027, all cars sold in China must have mechanical door handles that work without electronics. The new safety rule responds to fatal crashes where people became trapped when electronic systems failed.
Adelaide's O-Bahn Goes 365 Days Without a Car Crash
For the first time in 40 years, Adelaide's unique guided busway has gone an entire year without a single car crash. The milestone is being celebrated by locals who've been tracking the problem for over 15 years.
China Bans Hidden Car Handles After Fatal Crashes
Starting in 2027, China will require all cars to have mechanical door handles that work without electricity. The safety move comes after people died trapped in burning EVs when sleek electronic handles failed.
Waymo Self-Driving Cars Cut Injury Crashes by 92%
Waymo's autonomous vehicles have driven 170 million miles and caused 92% fewer serious injury crashes than human drivers in the same conditions. Medical experts are calling it a potential public health breakthrough.
China Mandates Safer Car Doors After Fatal EV Crashes
China just became the first country to ban electronic-only door handles after multiple deaths in EVs where passengers couldn't escape. The new safety rule takes effect in 2027 and could reshape car design worldwide.
Phoenix Mom Pulls Driver from Burning Car After Crash
When Julie Read witnessed a violent collision ignite a car with the driver still inside, two decades of her firefighter husband's shared training kicked in. She pulled the trapped driver to safety as flames spread through the vehicle.
New Lab Tests AI Safety for Kids Like Cars Get Crash Tests
A nonprofit is launching an independent testing lab to rate AI tools for child safety, similar to how crash tests revolutionized car safety. Major AI companies are backing the effort to create safety benchmarks and protect young users.
Stranger Saves Driver From Burning Car in Tennessee Crash
A passerby pulled a trapped driver from a burning vehicle moments before flames engulfed the car in Meigs County, Tennessee. The quick-thinking Good Samaritan's actions likely saved a life Tuesday morning.
Neighbor Pulls Driver from Burning Car in Falmouth Crash
A quick-thinking neighbor woke to the sound of a crash at 3:30 AM and ran outside to pull a driver from a vehicle engulfed in flames. The rescuer's split-second decision likely saved a life before firefighters arrived at the scene on Ashumet Road.
App-Based Car Insurance Cuts Speeding by 13%, Crashes Down
Drivers who signed up for insurance programs that track their habits and offer safety tips reduced speeding by 13% and hard braking by 25%. If everyone joined, we could prevent 300,000 crashes and 100,000 injuries each year.
Hawk Survives Car Crash, Wedged in Grille During Test Drive
A young harrier hawk walked away unscathed after crashing into a car and getting stuck in the grille during a test drive in New Zealand. Thanks to quick-thinking mechanics and devoted veterinary staff, the bird flew free within 24 hours.
Neighbor Saves Teen From Burning Car in Fatal Erie Crash
When an 18-year-old became trapped in a burning vehicle after a crash in Erie, Colorado, a quick-thinking neighbor risked everything to pull her to safety. Though the crash tragically claimed the driver's life, one family will forever be grateful for a stranger's split-second courage.
Detroit Priest Tackles Car Thief in Clerical Collar
A French priest in Detroit stopped a suspected car thief with his bare hands after witnessing a crash outside his church. Reverend Canon Jean-Baptiste Commins then rushed to comfort the injured crash victim before heading back to evening prayers.
Teen Finds Guardian Angel After Devastating Oklahoma Crash
A 13-year-old girl is searching for the red-haired stranger who pulled her from a crashed car seconds before she lost consciousness, crediting him with saving her life. After surviving 20 surgeries and having her heart manually pumped for 11 minutes, Brianna Austin calls him her guardian angel. #
Troopers Save Bob's Burgers Star From Burning Car Crash
Eugene Mirman, voice of Gene Belcher on Bob's Burgers, survived a terrifying crash when state troopers pulled him from his burning electric vehicle at a New Hampshire toll plaza. Quick-thinking heroes, including the governor's security detail, acted without hesitation to save his life.
Electric Cars Win Over China's Classic Car Enthusiasts
Car collectors in China are embracing electric vehicles for daily driving while keeping their vintage rides for weekends. The shift proves EVs and automotive passion can coexist perfectly.
Stranger Saves Dog on I-95 After Owner's Car Crash
A quick-thinking driver pulled over on a busy Florida highway to rescue a frightened dog running loose after its owner was involved in a crash. The pup is safe, and thanks to one person's courage, a scary situation ended with a wagging tail.
Used Electric Cars Now Cost Same as Gas Vehicles
The used electric vehicle market just hit a historic milestone: EVs now cost nearly the same as gas cars. While new EV sales dropped 28% in early 2026, used electric vehicles are flying off dealer lots at prices just $1,300 more than gas-powered cars.
Man Pulls Driver From Burning Car in Hancock County
A quick-thinking bystander rescued a crash victim from a car engulfed in flames in Hancock County, Ohio. The victim credits the stranger with saving his life.
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