The new GM Seatbelt Technology is expected to garner the 5-star safety rating.
The Dynamic Locking Latch Plate (DLLP) is designed to provide the same level of comfort and convenience as traditional restraint systems, but it does much more during an accident. The DLLP is capable of holding the lower torso in place and reducing load on the occupant’s chest. This system also keeps the legs from impacting the dashboard.
“It helps us control the lower torso in a crash, it keeps the femurs from contacting the instrument panel and it also gives us better tuning and control capability for the upper torso,” said Larry Kwiecinski, engineering group manager-Vehicle Safety Integration at GM. “We can then tune the retractor pretensioners to better interact with the airbags during the crash event.”
The National High Traffic Safety Administration introduced stricter testing guidelines beginning with 2011 model year vehicles. This motivated GM to improve upon its existing safety technologies, particularly since vehicle safety remains one of the most important concerns among car buyers.
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