Crash test update

Article Abstract:

Australia's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) measures the impact that small and four-wheel drive cars can withstand in severe front collisions. These kinds of accidents add up to 60% of crashes that result in serious or fatal injury. The tests involve a full-frontal crash at 56 km/h and an offset crash in which 40% of the driver's front end rams into a barrier with a crashable aluminum face. The 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage small car and the 1997 Toyota RAV4 four-wheel drive fared the best in frontal crashes.

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How cheap is your car to repair?

Article Abstract:

Some cars can cost up to one-third of their original price to repair in minor accidents. Various cars are crash tested at low-speeds to determine how expensive the repairs will be. The Honda Civic cost just $2076 to repair, the Toyota Starlet cost under $4000, and the Toyota Camry cost $3044. Many other car models are discussed.

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How safe is your car?

Article Abstract:

Results of tests by the Australian New Car Assessment Program on full-frontal and offset crashes indicate that airbags are effective in reducing the risk of serious head injury. The Volvo 850 received the top rating for safety.

Testing, Air bag restraint systems, Airbag restraint systems

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