Tesla Model 3 And Y Just Lost These Top Safety Endorsements—Here’s Why

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The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y recently lost their "

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Top Safety Pick+" endorsements from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) due to changes in the IIHS testing criteria.

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The specific reason behind the loss of endorsement lies in the vehicles' front crash prevention system,

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which no longer meets the criteria set by the IIHS for the highest safety rating.

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It's important to note that the vehicles still retain the IIHS's standard "Top Safety Pick" designation, indicating strong overall safety performance.

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Tesla has continuously made improvements to its vehicles' safety features and may work to address the concerns raised by the IIHS in order to regain the prestigious "

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Top Safety Pick+" status. Safety remains a crucial aspect for Tesla and other automakers as they strive to provide the highest level of protection for occupants.

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