Rear Crash Protection/head Restraint Ratings
This test uses the vehicle's driver seat in order to determine the effectiveness of the head restraints. The driver's seat is placed on a sled to mimic rear end collisions at 20 mph. Rear end collisions at low to moderate speeds typically do not result in serious injuries but they are common. In 2005 the IIHS estimated 25% of medical costs were related to whiplash injuries.
Read more about this topic: Insurance Institute For Highway Safety
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