Glossary / General

crash test

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Crash tests are safety checks where cars are crashed to see how well they protect people inside.

Technical Definition

A crash test is a safety evaluation where vehicles are deliberately crashed to assess structural integrity and occupant protection.

Hear It Discussed

"...attended the first crash test. And it was all the launcher guys..."
Alfa 164, Saab 9000, Lancia Thema — The Carmudgeon Show w Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 181 The Carmudgeon Show 12:25

"because they won't pass our emissions. They won't pass our crash test."
Car Pro Radio Show May 2 26 Hour 2 CarPro Radio Show 16:12

"...but actually watching a live crash test, you could hear a pin drop..."
Bonus: Autocar meets Volvo UK MD Nicole Melillo-Shaw My week in cars: the Autocar podcast 16:17