>> the smart fortwo safety story.
At smart USA, we offer a driving experience like no other: a vehicle that turns heads and is fun to drive, but is extremely practical... even responsible. But never for a moment does it compromise safety. We know there are skeptics who think a car of this size couldn’t be safe, but it is.
Our vehicle comes packed with standard safety features that are among the best of any vehicle in its price range. That includes:
- Crash Avoidance Systems (Active Safety)
- Electronic Stability Program®
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- Cornering Brake Control
- Brake Assist
- Acceleration Skid Control (ASC)
- Crash Protection Systems (Passive Safety)
- tridion safety cell – a steel safety cage reinforced with high-strength steel to help protect passengers.
- Two full-sized driver and passenger front airbags, and two side airbags for head and neck protection.
- A collapsible steering column to provide additional space and energy absorption in a front-end collision.
- A sophisticated safety belt system incorporating belt tensioners that reduce the slack in a matter of milliseconds, and belt-force limiters that carefully release the necessary length of belt to avoid exerting too much pressure on the chest.
No safety system can replace proper driving practices. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Always wear your seat belt and obey traffic laws.
