Roof Strength Evaluation
In the United States rollovers accounted for nearly 25% of passenger vehicle fatalities. Features such as electronic stability control are proven to significantly reduce rollovers and lane departure warning systems may also help. Rollover sensing side curtain airbags also help to minimize injuries in the event of a rollover. In March 2009 the IIHS began testing the roof strength of certain vehicles only.
Read more about this topic: Insurance Institute For Highway Safety
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