The 2011 Chevrolet Traverse has received a "Top Safety Pick" designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for all models built after January.

2011 Chevrolet Traverse

Vehicles named Top Safety Picks must achieve the highest possible IIHS ratings of "Good" in front, side, rear and rollover crash protection tests in addition to having electronic stability control.

The 2011 Traverse includes active safety features like StabiliTrak electronic stability control, traction control, and anti-lock brakes help drivers avoid crashes. Technologies like rollover sensing, six standard air bags, front seat safety belt pretensioners, and load limiters help protect occupants during a crash. The crossover also is equipped with OnStar’s Automatic Crash Response system to get help to you faster in the event you are in a car wreck.

Earlier, the Traverse earned a 5-star overall vehicle score in the revised New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) run by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.