I researched this car extensively prior to purchasing. Safety was my top priority as I had been rear-ended three times. The Honda Pilot has the 5 star safety ratings that makes me feel secure. It has 5 star frontal and 5 star side impact ratings. It stops when I need it to stop, even in the snow. It goes when I need it to go, even on ice. It has anti-lock brakes and traction control. It has on the fly 4 wheel drive which means I don't have to push any buttons or get out of my car and do anything to my wheels. I was recently in another car accident where another suv t-boned me. ...read full review »