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Of course, we are all excited to see the SEMA show in Las Vegas and it is the very first time that the new Smart car will be driven on American roadways. It is one of the most savory experiences that will happen at the SEMA Auto Show.

The Frankfurt Auto Show that happened last September promised that a SMART car will definitely show a new image in coming months. And it so happens. If consumers fell in love with the baby Mercedes they would definitely love the new SMART car. Mercedes also ventured in making small cars connected to Swatch. But Swatch has backed out but the German car maker has seen it make possible growth in the European car market and indeed, it became a huge success.

There are several new equipments installed on the new SMART car and as a whole, the vehicle was even made safer. The airbag control mechanisms come to the new car together with gas generators and sensors. It was also given tougher exterior covers as well as steel door frames with a special interior to help protect passengers better.

These are the safety advantages of the new SMART car as released by theautochannel.com. Click the link for more information.

• A frontal impact at 40 mph at 40 percent overlap against a deformable barrier.
• A frontal impact at 35 mph against a rigid barrier with 100 percent overlap in accordance with US-NCAP.
• A car-to-car compatibility test with a Mercedes-Benz S-Class, 50 percent overlap and an impact speed of 31 mph.
• A side impact at 31 mph against a deformable barrier.
• A side impact at 31 mph against a deformable SUV barrier.
• A side impact at 50 mph against a solid pole.
• A rear impact at 50 mph and 70 percent overlap with a deformable barrier.
• A dynamic rollover test at 31 mph and two full overturns.