Boron Extrication An in-depth look into vehicle extrication and rescues involving today's automobiles

This document is designed to assist rescuers with the correct techniques for using Holmatro NCT cutters.

Here is the 2017 Cadillac CT6 PHEV Hybrid that will hit the road next year. The twin-motor EVT system is powered by a battery pack located above the rear axle,

Anyone who changes their own oil knows that automakers are covering the bottom-side (AKA the Dirty Side) with plastic panels to improve airflow which translates into better fuel economy. These plastic panels can

Here is a look at the 2017 KIA Sportage body structure.

Knee airbags are making it into more entry level vehicles.

The 2017 Honda Ridgeline Body Structure uses a broad array of advanced materials, including ultra-high-strength hot-stamped steel, aluminum and magnesium to further minimize weight while also enhancing rigidity and collision safety performance.

Do you know why you can have a change from year to year that is invisible to the rescuers?

Thinner material can be found moving the cutters up or down a few inches if your cutters stall.

Automakers are adding stronger steel in this area to get higher scores on the IIHS small overlap test.

The 2016 Nissan Titan XD has a unique reinforcement that firefighters need to be aware of. In the picture below, note the red reinforcement that runs from the rocker panel to the top of the B-pillar. This type of tubular shaped reinforcement, in the past, was typically found in convertible vehicles.