2009 Mercedes C IIHS Top Safety Pick
The respected Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States has named the Mercedes-Benz C-Class one of its Top Safety Picks for 2009 – the best reason to buy in terms of safety. The C-Class achieved good ratings in all the safety criteria which were examined.
Each year, the experts at the IIHS rate new vehicle models based on stringent safety criteria, thereby providing an important tool to help buyers make a decision. In the latest assessments, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class was subjected to front and side crash tests. The safety specialists in the USalso evaluated protection against neck injuries in rear impacts. For all three criteria, the C-Class was awarded top marks.
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2010 A5/S5 Cabriolet Media Information
The introduction of A5 and S5 Cabriolet marks the expansion of the A5 model line and the replacement for the 2009 A4 and S4 Cabriolet nameplates. Featuring an innovative cloth acoustic roof that folds in a class-leading 15 seconds at speeds of up to 30 miles per hour, it is lighter than a retractable hard top and improves driving dynamics, center of gravity, and fuel efficiency as a result. Safety continues to be a top priority for Audi, which offers more models earning “Top Safety Pick” recognition from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety than any other German luxury car brand.
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2008 Ford Edge Update
2008 Ford Edge injects new energy and features in ford’s crossover lineup. For 2008, Edge offers the latest in state-of-the-art features, including Ford Sync hands-free communication and entertainment system, voice-activated navigation, SIRIUS® Satellite Radio, rear DVD entertainment system and MP3/audio input jack. A new liftgate handle design, new power liftgate option and available EasyFold™ second-row seats make it easy to load and unload cargo. New for 2008 features include the addition of a Limited Series, a new Interior Appearance Package, class-exclusive 20-inch chrome wheels, plus four new exterior colors. Standard safety features abound, including Ford’s industry-leading Advance Trac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control), seat-mounted side air bags, Safety Canopy™ side air curtains and Ford’s Personal Safety System.
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2010 Audi A4/S4 Media Information
The Audi A3 has both pioneered and led a new premium compact car segment since its U.S. introduction in 2005. In 2009, worldwide sales of the successful A3 had exceeded 1.9 million, and that number continues to swell today. To ensure that the 2010 A3 stays ahead of the ever-growing pack, Audi has made available a number of upscale features, including upgraded wheels and standard Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights on Premium Plus models. Every 2010 A3 showcases the sporty Audi DNA with S line exterior upgrades now standard on Read more
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Roof Crush Resistance
The purpose of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 216 is to reduce deaths and serious injuries when vehicle roofs crush into occupant compartments during rollover crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) for this standard, asking for comments on additional tests conducted by the agency since the 2005 notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) does not believe the additional tests provide meaningful information for a standard requiring two-sided testing.
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2008 Ford Mustang Convertible NCAP Rating
The Ford Mustang convertible, the best-selling convertible ever, is now the first specialty sports car in history to earn the highest possible safety ratings in all New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) test modes performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).The iconic 2008 Ford Mustang convertible stands alone as the only convertible of any type that can be called a five-star safety vehicle, having aced all NCAP crash testing and rollover resistance evaluations.
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2009 Ford F-150 Adds ‘K-Bag’ Air Bags
The all-new 2009 Ford F-150 – which features an exclusive air bag technology – provides better side-impact crash safety than the Chevrolet Silverado, Dodge Ram and Nissan Titan, according to a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
The F-150 earned an IIHS “Top Safety Pick” last November and quadruple 5-star government crash test ratings in January – making it the only full-size pickup to achieve both top crash-test ratings. Combined with the most standard safety features in the segment, the F-150 is America’s safest full-size pickup.
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