The 2013 Civic Sedan and Coupe Stay Unrivaled in Safety

MIDDLETOWN, N.Y. - Aug. 14, 2013 - PRLog --  
Thanks to Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, both the 2013 Honda Civic coupe and sedan models are the only vehicles in the small car class to earn a top score in the small overlap front crash test performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Available now at Middletown Honda, the 2013 Honda Civic (http://www.middletownhonda.com/models/2013-honda-civic/) continues to be a favorite not only because of its strong safety record, but also thanks to its affordable price tag and attention to quality. The recognition from the IIHS only further highlights the Civic as a great choice for drivers.

A small overlap occurs when only a small edge of the front of vehicle collides with an object, such as the corner of another vehicle, or a tree, or a pole. Since this crash force is concentrated in a much smaller area, a small overlap is considered much more dangerous than many other crash types; in particular, because most vehicles are not designed to withstand this kind of impact.

Often times, these kinds of impacts crumple the passenger compartment, leaving either the driver or the front passenger trapped. While some other vehicles may perform very well in other types of safety crash tests, they may still perform only marginally in the small overlap portion.

During controlled crash tests performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Honda Civic showed that it was able to keep the passenger compartment relatively intact. This allows the passenger to easily escape, as well as avoid injury.

Drivers interested in taking either the 2013 Civic coupe or sedan for a test drive should visit Middletown Honda. Located at 520 Route 211, right next the Gander Mountain, Middletown Honda is pleased to continue to be one of the best places around to shop for new vehicles. Drivers with questions about the Honda Civic’s safety record and features should contact the dealership (http://www.middletownhonda.com/contact-us/).