Boron Extrication An in-depth look into vehicle extrication and rescues involving today's automobiles
The automakers have really stepped up their efforts to provide the fire rescue service with useful information on the new technologies. Volkswagen has published several very informative pdf files about the 2011 VW Touareg Hybrid SUV. Several important notes about the hybrid Touareg:
Read More »2011 Volvo C30 Body Structure and Hazards
The 2011 Volvo C30 body structure has a patented front and rear structure that use different grades of steel to absorb and redistribute impact energy around the body of the coupe during a crash. The C30 was tested by the ...
Read More »2011 Lincoln MKX Body Structure
2011 Lexus CT 200h Body Structure
2011 Lexus IS Body Structure
The 2011 Lexus IS has a body structure has a high structural rigidity. This body structure is used in the 2006 through 2011 models. As with most late model vehicles, the Lexus IS has a boat load of safety features!
Read More »Moditech February 2011 Newsletter, The Inflatable Seatbelt Airbag
First off, if you do not recieve the Moditech Newsletter than go straight to their website and sign up for it! Acheive newsletters as far back as 2006 as also availible on their website. Take advantage of the free very useful information that Moditech Rescue Solutions provides in the newsletter. While you are at the Moditech Site, make sure you take a look at the Crash Recovery System (CRS).
Read More »2011 Mercedes Benz E-Class Wagon Body Structure
The Mercedes Benz E‑Class body structures utilize ultra-high-strength steel in critical areas to expertly manage both weight and impact forces. Wagons integrate an elaborate network of reinforcements to provide a generous crumple zone even with three rows of seating.
Read More »2011 Mercedes-Benz CL Class Coupe (MHSS)
Most of know all the names for the new steel used in the body structures of vehicle. Well, I'll add one to the list, Mega high Strength Steel (MHSS). Leave up to the safety kings of vehicle, Mercedes Benz to add this material to the list.
Read More »2011 BMW X5 Body Structure and Airbags
The 2006-2011 BMW X5 has a highly rigid body structure for maxium occupant protection is made with Ultra High Strength Steel. The passive safety features in this vehicle are passed on via the engine supports and chassis along various load paths which diverts the energy away from the passenger cell.
Read More »2011 Honda Insight Hybrid Electric Body Structure
The 2008 – 2011 The Honda Insight is a hybrid electric vehicle. The Insight has the Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) Body Structure. Which means a strong body structure.
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