Although lauded for their environmental benefits, The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reported that “mini-cars” do a poor job of protecting their occupants. In fact, research shows that the chance of a fatality in collisions with mid-size vehicles is almost double that of larger vehicles, and that number is tripled in single “mini-car” crashes. Although mini-cars therefore may be more environmentally friendly than other vehicles, tension exists between being safe and being “green”. It’s not easy being green……

Toyota Recalls Millions more
Toyota is recalling the 2008-2011 Lexus LX570, 2010 Toyota RAV4, 2009-2009 Toyota 4Runner, 2006-2007, Lexus RX 330, RX350,and RX 400,2004-2006 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid to replace floor mat and retention clips.