MAZDA Leads Industry in IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Awards

Mazda safety is more than just a marketing claim. Mazda has now earned more IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards than any other automaker for three years in a row. At Sentry West Mazda that track record makes a difference whether you’re commuting across Worcester County or shopping for your family’s next vehicle. Here’s a closer look at what’s driving that streak.

A Clear Industry Leader

For 2026, Mazda earned eight IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ designations—the most of any brand. What makes this streak stand out is that IIHS tightened its criteria each year, raising the bar for pedestrian crash prevention, backseat protection, and crash-avoidance performance. Since 2008, Mazda has accumulated 99 IIHS Top Safety awards in total, with 73 of those reaching the TOP SAFETY PICK+ tier. That’s nearly two decades of consistent improvement that puts the brand in a class of its own.

MAZDA Safety Features That Come Standard

Every new Mazda vehicle includes i-Activsense® crash-avoidance technology as standard equipment. Its features include Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Lane Departure Warning all come built in. These systems work together to proactively reduce the likelihood of a crash before it happens, not just soften the impact afterward. The 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ roster spans eight models in all, giving you more award-winning choices than any other brand on the market.

Explore MAZDA Safety Features at Sentry West MAZDA

This industry-leading record of safety is waiting to be explored at our Shrewsbury, MA, dealership. Whether you need a simple daily driver like the Mazda3 Sedan or a spacious family vehicle like the Mazda CX-90, there’s an award-winning Mazda vehicle waiting for you. Visit Sentry West Mazda and explore our full inventory to find the model that fits your life.

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