(April 25, 2011) DETROIT — The 2011 Buick LaCrosse has received a five-star safety rating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program, the agency has announced.

Starting with 2011 models, NHTSA has introduced tougher tests and more rigorous requirements for its five-star ratings that provide more information about safety feature performance and crash-avoidance technologies.

The LaCrosse received five-star ratings for both the Overall Frontal Crash and Overall Side Crash. The ratings help consumers evaluate vehicle safety attributes when shopping for a new vehicle.

“Car buyers today want the peace of mind that comes with buying a vehicle they know will help protect their family,” said Tony DiSalle, vice president of Buick marketing. “This five-star overall vehicle score for safety shows Buick can equip an affordable luxury midsize sedan with top safety features.”