OT: latest Crash Test results

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OT? Because the name 'Volvo' appears _not once_ in this report ofthe safest cars!

cheers,

Henry

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Henry
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Did Volvo release any new models this year? That article mentions the top 5 cars, and says they're typically only tested if they've been redesigned. There's no denying that other automakers have done a lot of catching up since Volvo pioneered many safety features decades ago, but they're still very safe cars.

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James Sweet

The P2 platform is old that's why... It was top notch when it came out, and is still pretty damn industry leading... just not at the top.

Plus... everyone can do safety nowadays - plug the right data into your computer model, do a few real crash tests, spend the money in the right steels and techniques, plus tons of airbags and you have a safe car...... According to one test group - I like to see real world crash statistics, I like my odds in a Volvo even if it was rated, say 4 stars at 35mph - I bet it holds up better then a lot of 5 star cars at higher speeds! My Golf got 5 stars front... and the 960 got 4 stars............................ Do you honestly think a Golf is a safer car? (don't get me wrong... they are pretty good)

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Rob Guenther

Yes, in a crash identical to those tested.

Rick

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Java Man

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