You are seeing a lot of car commercials on television, and on social media websites. But is the car manufacturer’s current methodology of advertising teetering on the edge of irresponsible? According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, their approach could certainly be better. While these car companies tout their safety ratings, they also flex their muscles on speed and horsepower. And while it’s nice to have a professional driver on a closed course, perhaps performing like a race car isn’t necessary for the overall message you are trying to send. Are these automakers promoting dangerous driving? Andrew Pinsent chats with driving columnist and expert Lorraine Sommerfeld in Hour 2. We also lighten things up with Matt Demers, as he delivers his Weekly Movie Picks and his Father’s Day favourites.

<p>You are seeing a lot of car commercials on television, and on social media websites. But is the car manufacturer’s current methodology of advertising teetering on the edge of irresponsible? According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, their approach could certainly be better. While these car companies tout their safety ratings, they also flex their muscles on speed and horsepower. And while it’s nice to have a professional driver on a closed course, perhaps performing like a race car isn’t necessary for the overall message you are trying to send. Are these automakers promoting dangerous driving? Andrew Pinsent chats with driving columnist and expert Lorraine Sommerfeld in Hour 2. We also lighten things up with Matt Demers, as he delivers his Weekly Movie Picks and his Father’s Day favourites.</p>

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