March 10, 2011
Honda minivan and 3 large GM SUV models earn 2011 Top Safety Pick award
Rollover/roof strength test:
In the Institute's roof strength test, a metal plate is pushed against 1 side of a roof at a constant speed. To earn a good rating, the roof must withstand a force of 4 times the vehicle's weight before reaching 5 inches of crush.
2011 Honda Odyssey — GOOD
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Vehicle Research Center roof crush machine: 2011 Honda Odyssey pre-test 2/17/11 |
Studio shot: 2011 Honda Odyssey 2/14/11 |
2011 GMC Acadia (models mfg. after January 2011) — GOOD
(results also apply to 2011 Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse models mfg. after January 2011)
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Vehicle Research Center roof crush machine: 2011 GMC Acadia pre-test 2/22/11 |
Studio shot: 2011 GMC Acadia 2/14/11 |
