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20 years of crash tests:

Aixam has all of its models certified based on the latest standards in effect in the European Union. Since 1988, Aixam has subjected all of its models to crash tests. While not required by regulations, these tests are used to ensure and maximize passenger safety.
This extra precaution means that Aixam customers drive safe, comfortable vehicles with the greatest peace of mind. To further enhance this aspect, Aixam takes into consideration both active and passive safety measures for all of its cars.

ACTIVE Safety Measures:
This means the ability to avoid accidents based on roadworthiness and driver assistance devices, as well as achieving flawless handling so that the vehicle instantly and comprehensively obeys all of its driver's commands. Aixam's product lines feature top-quality equipment : wide-vision windscreens, a high-efficiency windscreen defroster, a 3rd brake light enhanced with automatic activation of the emergency flashers in the event of a sudden stop, LED running lights, halogen headlights, a lowered centre of gravity, brake apportioning valve, wheel spacing increased,etc.

PASSIVE Safety Measures:
These consist of providing maximum insulation and protection for vehicle occupants in the event of a collision. To achieve this, Aixam engineers draw on the full range of technical solutions : front-end, side and rear-end crash tests, reinforced seat belt anchors, 2-notch safety locks, and a fuel tank made of high-strength polyethylene. For the ultimate requirement we are the only ones to use « an extruded aluminium structure with a wide diameter ». The front ends of Aixam chassis frames include crumple zones to dampen the effect of an impact. Based on the reinforcing components used in its construction, the passenger compartment acts as a protective shell. Both the driver and passengers are thus assured of maximum protection.
The body is designed using the most modern and technologically advanced materials. The ABS composite used is absorption-dyed, multi-layered and fully recyclable, offering first-rate aesthetics that last for many years. And all this does not take into account its mechanical features for absorbing shocks. In addition, this substance reassumes its shape following dents and dings, leaving no deformations and requiring no repair.
Aixam cars have achieved an exceptional level of safety performance, making this feature unique in and of itself.

A double shell providing unique protection:
In the event of a serious collision, your AIXAM is designed to protect you. AIXAM has developed its body frame based on an extruded aluminium body frame (more resistant than a pressed sheet) with a strong section forming an extremely rigid cab. This body frame is considered as a survival cage. Bodywork in heat formed coloured plastic. This flexible material is not only highly resistant, it will absorb the force of a collision.

The benefits of flexible bodywork:
• Shock absorption,
• Material with shape memory after a light impact, limiting the need for repairs,
• High resistance to fractures (dampened brittle forces),
• Forget ugly scratches or expensive repairs for your coloured bodywork.
• Recyclable and cheap to repair.