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Old 07-02-2008, 06:05 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by Alexbenz View Post
i reallt never paid attention to the smart cars before but checked one out recently, it looks cool and fun but way too small.....you get into a wreck your done

but looks nice
Check out the crash-test videos on YouTube. The safety cell is stronger than most regular cars. The whole exterior panel sections will shatter, but the positioning of the passengers is designed purposely to be centered. A hit from any angle absorbs pretty much the same amount of energy. If you watch the video, this little thing gets hit hard, and sure you'll spin and all 4 airbags will go off, but in the end the doors will open and you'll walk out.

I'm more prone to get in an accident speeding in my C-Class than putting around in my luxury golf cart !

Carlos

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