# CarCabin

> CarCabin is used vehicle research backed by NHTSA safety, EPA fuel economy, recall, and complaint data. We compute a single 0-to-100 CarCabin Score per vehicle so shoppers can compare on a common scale.

## What is on the site

- Vehicle profiles: https://carcabin.com/vehicles
- Side-by-side compare tool: https://carcabin.com/compare
- Safety ratings explorer: https://carcabin.com/safety
- Recall checker: https://carcabin.com/recalls
- VIN lookup: https://carcabin.com/vin-lookup
- Calculators (fuel cost, depreciation, cost to own, towing): https://carcabin.com/calculators
- Best-of category lists: https://carcabin.com/best
- Guides: https://carcabin.com/guides
- Glossary: https://carcabin.com/glossary

## Methodology

The CarCabin Score is documented at https://carcabin.com/methodology. Every component (safety, fuel economy, complaints, recalls) is derived from public federal data.

## Data sources

- NHTSA NCAP safety ratings
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA complaints
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle catalog
- EPA Fuel Economy dataset

## Editorial

CarCabin uses AI assistance to draft long-form content from the underlying data. Drafts are reviewed before publication. Editorial guidelines: https://carcabin.com/editorial-guidelines

## Disclaimer

CarCabin is not a dealer, mechanic, or automotive advisor. Always verify recall status with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and have a qualified mechanic inspect any vehicle before purchase.