Watch IIHS Crash Dummies at Work – Video
Crash test dummies help put our vehicles to the test to determine just how safe they are, but just how much work goes into a dummy to make it as close to a human being as possible?
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is releasing a series of videos titled “Inside IIHS” that gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse at its Vehicle Research Center. The first video of the series gives a look at crash test dummies at work, explaining the types of dummies that are used for testing, how they are calibrated, and the technology the feature to give IIHS the information it needs to keep us safe.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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