Volvo conducted a rigorous safety test on its new EX60 electric vehicle, simulating a real-world collision scenario. The EX60 veered off the road at 60 km/h, crashing head-on into a metal pole, designed to mimic a driver losing control and hitting a tree or utility pole.

A key safety innovation, Volvo's multi-functional seatbelts, securely engaged occupants immediately before impact. This system, equipped by Volvo for the first time, minimized body movement and significantly reduced the risk of injury for the driver and passengers.

The EX60's front structure effectively absorbed the impact force, leaving the A-pillars unaffected and the windshield intact. This design ensures that the doors could be easily opened post-collision, facilitating safe extraction of occupants by rescue personnel. According to Lotta Jakobsson, senior technical leader for safety at Volvo, the EX60's body structure is engineered to absorb impact energy, maintaining the safety cage's integrity to protect those inside.

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Despite these advancements, questions regarding the EX60's overall safety remain. The vehicle features electronically controlled exterior door handles, which have historically proven difficult, or even impossible, to operate after a severe collision. Volvo has not yet clarified how to manually open these doors from either the inside or outside, nor has it released a user manual for the model. Furthermore, independent organizations such as Euro NCAP and NHTSA have yet to publish their official crash test ratings for the EX60.

The Volvo EX60, launched in January, represents a significant step for the brand, aiming to disrupt the electric vehicle market. It boasts a new electric architecture platform, segment-leading range, and advanced fast-charging capabilities, positioning it as Volvo's most important electric vehicle to date.

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