Not exact matches
Chief
among the changes are a redesigned exterior with reduced drag, a more spacious interior with more luxury amenities, a stiffer platform with better
crash protection, and updated engines.
Significant differences also were apparent
among the convertibles in the
protection they afford in rear
crashes.
Among these are an advanced dual front air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) including dual action inflator with
crash zone and seat position and occupant sensors; both head and thorax side air bags; energy - absorbing front and rear crumple zones and side impact door
protection.
«Minivans are popular
among parents, a group that tends to be safety conscious, but we've only seen two so far that offer decent
protection in small overlap
crashes,» said IIHS executive vice president and chief research officer David Zuby in a release.
With the addition of the MDX, Taurus, and Sable, consumers now may choose
among 18 cars, SUVs, and minivans that offer top - rated
crash protection and ESC.
«Minivans are popular
among parents, a group that tends to be safety conscious, but we've only seen two so far that offer decent
protection in small overlap
crashes,» says David Zuby, IIHS executive vice president and chief research officer.
Among the changes outlined in a sweeping proposal are a new oblique frontal
crash test and ratings for
crash avoidance and pedestrian
protection.
«T - bone» or side impact
crashes are particularly common at intersections, and they are
among the most serious types of
crashes, sometimes resulting in death because the sides of a car often have no extra
protection or padding.