The Story Behind The Resistant Resilient Volvo Car

New Volvo XC90. (Doc. Volvo)

JAKARTA - Safety devices are a major aspect that vehicle manufacturers should not ignore. In countries like Sweden, the reputation of vehicle safety is very important, especially represented by the Volvo brand which has long been known for its car resilience and sophistication of its safety devices.

One of the reasons why Swedish cars have outstanding safety performance is because they have to go through extreme collision tests closely monitored by organizations such as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

On August 5, 2023, the YouTube Frame channel uploaded a video showing various collision tests conducted in Sweden. This time, the vehicle tested was Volvo XC90, a medium-sized luxury crossover assembled at the Volvo Torslanda plant.

The video shows how each collision test is carried out to ensure the quality and efficiency of its safety system before the vehicle is delivered to the market. XC90 is designed to absorb the impact force of the collision and protect its residents, including when the car rolls over. IIHS itself gives the highest rating for Volvo XC90.

In addition to Volvo XC90, quoted from Carbuzz, August 6, the latest generation of Volvo cars are also the same, including the EX series with Volvo EX30 as well as the main focus on safety. In addition to standard safety equipment, this subcompact electric crossover is equipped with sound and visual warnings when opening the door, to avoid collisions with cyclists or other approaching cars.

The automatic braking feature while at the intersection will also be standard at EX30. This system automatically activates the brakes if it detects vehicles approaching when turning left or right. Well, this feature was first introduced in XC90.

Volvo vehicle safety innovations continue to prove the brand's commitment to driver and passenger protection, as well as efforts to reduce the risk of road accidents. Safety is at the core of Volvo's philosophy, and advanced measures such as extreme collision tests and development of smart security systems show that this brand does not stop in its efforts to create safer and better vehicles.