New test shows that rear seats, as in small pickups, offer less protection than front seats.
Nonprofit group says additional data could help better assess its role in crashes.
IIHS crash evaluations say all four brands it examined didn’t meet expectations.
IIHS test shows Accord offers ‘stellar’ protection while others fare acceptable to poor.
IIHS says five models show rear-seat belt issues that make occupants more vulnerable to injury.
Updated IIHS crash test gives none of five models good rating.
IIHS survey finds large number of repairs must be redone.
The systems also reduce injuries.
The new rating system requires safeguards that help drivers stay focused and not treat systems, such as Tesla's Autopilot and Volvo's Pilot Assist, as self-driving cars.
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