IIHS Crash Tests: Tesla, Ford, and 2 Others Score High in SUV Safety.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has updated its crash tests to include rear passenger protection, and only four out of thirteen midsize SUVs tested were able to secure a top rating. The Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y were among the exceptions, with the Mach-E earning the top rating across all 11 categories of the new test. The Model Y got the top score in 10 of the 11 categories. The IIHS hopes to encourage automakers to improve rear seat safety, as most midsize SUVs fall short in this area.