Chery TIGGO9 Models Showcase Safety Excellence in Africa Collision Test

On August 20, two flagship models of the Chery TIGGO9 underwent a significant head-on collision test at a speed of 50 km/h on a straight asphalt road in South Africa. This dramatic demonstration was akin to two flawless diamonds striking each other in a jeweler's hand; only the strongest crystal can reveal the core strength of another. Likewise, only the most advanced safety design can truly test a vehicle’s durability and reliability.

After the collision, both TIGGO9 SUV cabins remained intact without any deformation to the A, B, or C pillars. All airbags deployed instantaneously during the crash, including driver, passenger, and knee airbags. The seatbelt pretensioners activated promptly, allowing normal door operations post-accident, and the vehicle’s emergency lights were triggered automatically. Fortunately, there was no fuel leakage, ensuring safety for potential occupants.

The TIGGO9 structural design utilizes 85% high-strength steel, with 21% made from hot-rolled steel with a tensile strength of 1500 MPa in critical areas, such as A and B pillars. The front design features dual aluminum crash beams that cover 85% of the vehicle's width and six crumple zones that efficiently absorb and dissipate impact energy. Additionally, the vehicle is equipped with 10 airbags, including a side curtain airbag measuring 2060 mm that maintains over 50% air pressure for six seconds after deployment, along with a central airbag positioned between the front seats to mitigate the risk of secondary impacts.

This collision test represents a pivotal milestone in Chery’s global safety trials, focusing on six critical aspects and drawing from rigorous tests conducted under extreme conditions in regions such as Indonesia and Mexico. As China’s first automotive manufacturer to achieve an export volume of five million vehicles, Chery reaffirmed its place in the Fortune Global 500 last month.

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