Could new crash test dummies make Toyota Hiluxs safer?
Wednesday 08 June 2011 | By Evolution InternetBack to Newsroom
Toyota Hilux drivers may be interested to hear the safety of the pickup trucks may soon be increased thanks to new technology introduced by the car manufacturer.
A new set of digital crash test dummies have been added to Toyota's line-up in order to help the company make vehicles safer.
Along with the existing average-sized male model, a small female and large male driver and pedestrian have now been created.
It is claimed that the new virtual crash test dummies provide 14 times more accurate information about the damage inflicted to internal organs during a collision.
In addition, Toyota revealed it is planning to add an elderly person and child to the range so testing is as diverse as possible.
Last month, the Toyota Hilux won the award for Best Pickup at the 2011 Van Fleet World Honours ceremony.
The model achieved the highest possible level of excellence in its sector.
