The Tesla Cybertruck has recently excelled in crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the U.S., achieving a five-star safety rating that showcases Tesla's commitment to vehicle safety design and technological innovation. The testing of this electric pickup took place in Adelanto, California, and was carried out by Applus+ Idiada Karco Engineering, covering a range of standard safety evaluations.
In a frontal crash test, the NHTSA simulated a head-on collision between two similar vehicles at a speed of 35 mph (approximately 56 km/h). The Cybertruck's driver seat received a five-star rating, while the front seat passenger scored four stars. The test report indicated that the airbags functioned normally inside the vehicle, although the knee airbag did not deploy in this scenario. Tesla noted that this design does not compromise overall safety.
When it comes to side impact tests, the Cybertruck also excelled, achieving an overall five-star rating, including scores for side barrier and pole impact tests. In the side barrier test, a non-rigid barrier struck the driver's side at a 27-degree angle and a speed of 38.5 miles per hour, while the side pole test simulated the vehicle hitting a fixed pole at a 75-degree angle and a speed of 20 miles per hour. The results showed that both front and rear seats received a five-star safety rating.
In terms of rollover risk testing, the Cybertruck received a four-star rating. This test primarily evaluates the likelihood of vehicle loss of control leading to a rollover in single-vehicle accidents. The results show that the rollover risk for the Cybertruck is about 14.3%, indicating overall reliable safety.
來源: nhtsa
