Tag: Crash Test

  • 2014 Suzuki SX4 S-Cross – 5 Stars in Euro NCAP Crash Test [video]

    2014 Suzuki SX4 S-cross has been rated one of Europe‘s safest cars, according to new independent crash testing results from Euro NCAP, receiving the maximum 5-star rating.

    The new C-segment crossover has achieved an above-average overall result. It performed notably well on its pedestrian protection, the top-class rating in total score for newly adopted test methodology that took effect this year.

    The body structure and occupant restraint systems on the SX4 S-Cross are developed to meet current and anticipated crash safety standards, offering optimal protection in real life situations.

    The new SX4 S-Cross features Suzuki’s Total Effective Control Technology (TECT) concept for occupant-protecting impact absorption and low weight. Extensive use of high tensile steel for key parts helps to keep the body light and enhances the vehicle’s crashworthiness substantially.

    Suzuki ensures best possible safety on the new SX4 S-Cross by synchronising active and passive systems.

    Active safety equipment includes a speed limiter, which prevents the car from exceeding a driver-set speed, ESP®, which promotes stability; and seatbelt reminder for all seats.

    Passive safety includes 7 airbags, seatbelt pre-tensioners and force limiters. The seat and head restraint provide good protection against whiplash injury in the event of a rear-end collision. In addition, bonnet shape and new structures for the cowl top, wipers and bumpers provide impact absorption which lessens the degree of harm if the car comes into contact with a pedestrian.

    2014 Suzuki SX4 S-Cross is currently available in the UK with pricing starting from £14,999.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCYywh5XV98

    Source: Suzuki

  • BMW 5 Series F10 first crash test

    BMW 5 Series F10 passes first crash test using brake intervention system. The test have been made at the facility of the Deutscher Kraftfahrzeug-Überwachungs-Verein (DEKRA) in Neumünster near Hamburg.

    The most common crashes on motorway are made because of this situation: The end of a tailback suddenly appears behind a motorway bend. In such case, a rear-end collision is imminent. Around 40 percent of all accidents happened, because of this situation. (more…)

  • New Audi A4 Earns Highest Federal Crash Test Rating

    2009 Audi A4 luxury sport sedanThe redesigned 2009 Audi A4 luxury sport sedan gained further validation of its segment-leading qualities by earning the U.S. government’s highest crashworthiness and rollover safety rating. (more…)