While the C30 Electric is not a major threat to anyone, Volvo’s new
V40 has disgusted industry executives with its “pedestrian airbag” that covers the hood and parts of the windshield and A-pillars when it deploys. The fact that “ped pro” has been allowed into regulation to the current extent is an epic failure of the automotive industry. Cost is outrageous, the cars grow in size, styling suffers—and the life-saving effect, according to industry studies, is virtually zero. The airbag that turns the road into a mattress has yet to be invented. A German executive shares this: “We hoped we could avoid this thing, but thanks to Volvo, it seems as if we have to offer it as well.” Congratulations, everyone.
Read More:
http://blog.caranddriver.com/the-continental-vw-and-suzuki%E2%80%99s-spat-extends-to-the-gti-euro-beetle-engines-and-volvo
Chicago Used Volvo
