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General Motors has announced the opening of a new and improved crash test facility, which will offer simulated rollover tests to help enhance consumer safety. Every year in the United States, 10,800 people are killed in rollover crashes and over 16,000 people are seriously injured.
The automakers announcement indicates that the industry recognizes the need for safer vehicle designs that would protect people in the event of rollover crashes, as well as reinforces the need for a federal change that would require all auto companies to diligently perform crash tests.
For years, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has pushed dynamic or real-world crash tests to increase safety. However, auto manufacturers, including GM, have been opposed to the regulations—until now.
GM will not only conduct rollover crash tests imitating accidents experienced by highway drivers, but they will also test new rollover-enabled side airbags they plan on installing in their vehicles.
Sadly, there are currently no standards for seatbelt performance or the strength of roofs for rollover crashes. Until these important safety issues are addressed, the risk of serious injury or death on freeways remains high.
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