OTS - Borgward BX7 impresses in offset crash
2017. November 24. 16:32
Stuttgart, 24 November, 2017 (APA/OTS) - First EuroNCAP-based crash
test passed
As part of its market preparation measures, Borgward Group AG
cooperated with TÜV Rheinland to have a crash test conducted today
at an NCAP-certified crash lab. In an offset frontal crash that was
conducted according to Euro NCAP requirements, the premiere model
for the German market did well across the board as it sped at 64
km/h into a deformable barrier with a 40 percent overlap. The
deceleration values for the two adult dummies (in the driver's and
front passenger seats) and for the two child dummies on the rear
bench seat were mostly in the non-critical range. The interaction
between the front deformation zone with its three load paths on
driver and co-driver side, on the one hand, and the high stability
of the passenger compartment and the passive restraint systems, on
the other, ensures a high level of safety and keeps the risk of
injury for all of the vehicle's occupants low. Commenting on the
crash tests, Dr. Tilo Schweers, Chief Developer of Borgward Group
AG, emphasized the effectiveness of the comprehensive Borgward
B-Safe safety system. "Occupant protection has top priority during
the development of our vehicles such as the BX7," he said. "The
results of the first crash test in a neutral, certified lab in
Europe demonstrate that we are on the right track in this area.
This positive impression will be confirmed by the additional crash
tests we have planned."
At the end of 2017, Borgward Group AG will enter the German
market, where it will initially offer a limited-edition vehicle
series. The series will not be subject to the full Euro NCAP crash
testing program with its star ratings, because the Brussels-based
Euro NCAP agency conducts this program only for model series that
are produced in unlimited numbers.
B-Safe for maximum safety
Thanks to its comprehensive B-Safe safety concept, the Borgward
BX7 meets all the requirements for providing its occupants with the
highest possible level of safety. Active safety systems can help to
prevent accidents by detecting potential dangers in advance.
Moreover, thanks to the vehicle's structure and the restraint
systems, the SUV has the potential to achieve outstanding results
in international crash ratings.
The body contains a very stable passenger compartment and
defined deformation zones at the front and rear that form a
reliable basis for a high level of occupant protection. In
addition, critical body segments are reinforced with high-strength,
ultra-high-strength or hot-formed steel. Multiple load paths
distribute impact energy in the event of a frontal, side or rear
collision, thus ensuring that the deceleration values-to which the
passive safety systems are precisely matched-are as evenly balanced
as possible.
The passive safety systems provide maximum protection for the
vehicle occupants. To respond to the various types of crashes
(front, side, and rear collisions), the vehicle is equipped with
seatbelt systems and a range of additional features including six
airbags, which are activated in accordance with the severity of an
accident and can comprehensively mitigate the effects of a crash on
the occupants. The vehicle has airbags for the driver and the front
passenger, side airbags for the driver and the front passenger, and
curtain airbags. To ensure that these passive safety systems are
only activated when absolutely necessary, the B-Safe concept of the
Borgward BX7 encompasses many preventive driver assistance systems
for avoiding accidents. These systems include a blind spot warning
system and a fatigue warning system.
Other systems such as the 360° omnidirectional camera make
handling the Borgward BX7 even more comfortable and help to prevent
minor accidents, especially in complex situations. They make
parallel and perpendicular parking a breeze and enable drivers to
maneuver with great precision through tight parking garages and
low-visibility terrain.
Further information
BORGWARD GROUP AG
Kriegsbergstrasse 11
70174 Stuttgart, Germany
Axel Lengert
Director of Product Communication
Tel.: +49 (0)711 36510 1045
e-mail: axel.lengert@borgward.com
www.borgward.com
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