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Frontal car accidents result in over 10,000 deaths each year despite many cars despite favorable ratings in crash studies. However, a new crash test by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) will likely change the number of vehicles passing the test favorably.Recently, the IIHS released the first round of results of this new crash testing--the frontal overlap tests--simulate a 40-mph frontal collision with an offset barrier, something that experts say better simulates a real-world collision with another car as the driver tries to steer clear. This test is different that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's frontal tests because those test use a solid barrier that isn't offset. The new test simulates just 25% of the barrier overlapping the front of the car, as opposed to the current 40% which results in the car's wheels ? not the energy-absorbing portion of the crumple zone, which is closer to the center ? take the impact. The crash forces in such an accident are transmitted to the front wheel, suspension system and firewall which could push the front wheel into the cabin, causing serious leg and foot injuries.
Results of a new crash test that focused on luxury cars may concern their owners. Tests on BMW, Mercedes and Lexus all earned "poor" ratings in the new test. In fact, just three of 11 luxury cars from the 2012 model year passed the new crash test. The Acura TL and Volvo S60 earned "good" ratings, while the Infiniti G was rated "acceptable." The Acura TSX, BMW 3 Series, Lincoln MKZ and Volkswagen CC all received "marginal" ratings. The Audi A4, Lexus ES 350, Lexus IS 250/350 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class were rated "poor."
As they test more vehicles, we may see similar results. So, drive safely and watch out for those who don't.
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