Small car safety

Article Abstract:

Recent car crash-testing has revealed that best overall protection is offered by the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo. The tests included front and side-impact tests and involved eight popular makes of small car. The Ford Fiesta gave the best abdominal protection in the side impact test while the Renault Clio, Peugeot 106 and Nissan Micra performed badly in this test. The Vauxhall Corsa performed the worst in the front impact test, while the Peugeot 106 offered the best protection for the legs and ankles. Other areas of concern, such as head restraints, airbags, and child restraints are discussed.

Crashworthiness (Vehicles), Compact cars, Automobiles, Compact, Pedestrians

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Wheels of steal: Car makers must do more to make it harder for thieves to pinch valuables from cars

Article Abstract:

The protection for belongings inside cars has to be improved by using laminated glass in side windows adding lockable boxes, improving alarms, and locking systems. A few cars were tested for security and the results indicated that very few cars available provide protection from car theft and belongings.

United Kingdom, Flat Glass Manufacturing, Flat glass, Products of purchased glass, Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass, Laminated Glass, Laminated Glass Products, Usage, Automobile theft

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A blueprint for safety

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Safety features in a car can make a difference between life and death in case of an accident but many manufacturers have not given importance to this basic necessity. A detailed list of the top safety features in twelve cars along with performance tests for all the cars is presented.

United States, Management dynamics, Management, Company business management, Automotive safety

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