Tag Archives: 2017 Models

2017 Cadillac XT5 Body Structure

The 2017 Cadillac XT5 aced the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crashed testing by earning the Top Safety Pick+ (TSP+) when equipped with optional front crash prevention.

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2017 Jeep Renegade Body Structure

Here is a good look at the 2017 Jeep Renegade Body Structure. Look at the image below and then follow up with the crash test images. This will give you an idea one reason

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2017 Audi Q5 Body Structure

Audi knocked nearly 200 pounds off some versions of its popular Q5 by using higher-strength steels and some aluminum.

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2017 Porsche Panamera Body Structure

The 2017 Porsche Panamera body structure is the first car built using VW Group’s MSB platform architecture. The hood, front fenders, body side panels, and roof are all aluminum. The basic structure comprises a mix of aluminum and high-strength steels.

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2017 BMW i3 Bigger HV Battery

2017 BMW i3

The 2017 BMW i3 Gets New 94 Ah Cells, Good For 33 kWh Of Energy and a range of 114 Miles. The passenger cell of the BMW i3 is made almost entirely from carbon.

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2017 Lincoln Continental Body Structure

The 2017 Lincoln Continental has a strong body structure in the typical locations. Front Structure is based on the Fusion design and uses

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Body Structure

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica has a body structure that varies thickness and reinforcements. Tailored blanks are used to provide different thicknesses.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (Safety Features)

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Here is a side view into the passenger compartment of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Visible restraint systems include: driver kneebag, driver airbag and steering wheel, passenger airbag, PRE-SAFE® Impulse Side bladder implemented in the passenger seat,

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2017 Cadillac CT6 PHEV Hybrid

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,

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