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However, one of the most important things buyers should consider when searching for a car is safety.While all vehicles must go through vigorous safety inspections before being sold on the market, some car models are still more likely to be involved in serious\u00a0car accidents\u00a0than others.According to a\u00a0study\u00a0from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), \u201cdriver death rates show that the smallest vehicles are the\u00a0most dangerous\u00a0ones.\u201d This is most likely because smaller vehicles \u201cdon\u2019t protect occupants as well as larger [vehicles].\u201dIndeed, the top 10 vehicle models with the highest driver fatality rates include five mini-cars and three small cars.What Vehicle Is Involved in the Most Accidents?According to data from the IIHS, these are the top 10 vehicle models involved in the most fatal car accidents:Hyundai Accent sedan\u00a0\u2013 104 deaths per million registrationsKia Rio sedan\u00a0\u2013 102 deaths per million registrationsScion TC\u00a0\u2013 101 deaths per million registrationsChevrolet Spark\u00a0\u2013 96 deaths per million registrationsNissan Versa\u00a0\u2013 95 deaths per million registrationsFord Fiesta sedan\u00a0\u2013 83 deaths per million registrationsKia Soul\u00a0\u2013 82 deaths per million registrationsDodge Challenger\u00a0\u2013 81 deaths per million registrationsNissan Titan Crew Cab short bed 4WD\u00a0\u2013 73 deaths per million registrationsNissan Sentra\u00a0\u2013 72 deaths per million registrationsWhat Car Should I Not Buy My Newly Licensed Driver?When it comes to buying a car for a newly licensed driver, safety is of the utmost importance.Young drivers, such as teenagers and young adults, are significantly more likely to be involved in\u00a0fatal car accidents because of their inexperience behind the wheel.Research shows that the most dangerous cars for newly licensed drivers are smaller models that offer less protection in the event of a collision.Tips for Picking a Safe CarIf you are a parent searching for the best option, the safest cars to buy for your child include large and mid-size vehicles. These types of vehicles offer better protection for drivers and other occupants in the event of a serious collision, and significantly reduce the risk of serious or\u00a0fatal injuries.Contact a Huntsville Car Accident LawyerSince 1966, the experienced trial attorneys of\u00a0Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., have fought to protect people who\u2019ve been hurt in Huntsville and across the state of Alabama.If you were the victim of someone else\u2019s negligence, we can help you seek justice and the compensation you need to rebuild your life and move on from the crash. Let us help you understand all of the legal options available to you when you call us to discuss the details of your case in a\u00a0free consultation\u00a0and claim review."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Which Cars Crash the Most in the U.S.?","item":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/blog\/which-cars-crash-the-most-in-the-u-s\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]