IIHS Releases the Initial Batch of 2026 Top Safety Pick Winners
Several vehicles earned the IIHS' top award, but no minivans have made the cut so far this year.

Consumer tastes are changing in America. Midsize sales are cooling gently while crossovers are heating up. To help slow this trend, and attract a different kind of sedan shopper, Hyundai put the Sonata under the knife for a refresh that focuses on sportier dynamics and a more distinctive exterior design. Does that give the Sonata what it takes to tackle the all-new 2018 Camry and Accord? Let’s find out.
