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Top 15: The 2019 New York Auto Show’s Quirks and Quarks

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Daniel Rufiange
Here are the oddities that retained our attention at spring’s last big show

11 – Crash tests

As a rule, in fact always, stands at auto shows feature tons of immaculate new vehicles. Looking at all that shiny prettiness, we sometimes forget they’ve been subjected to batteries of crash tests to ensure they’re safe for people to ride in. This Honda HR-V successfully passed the hardest tests the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) could dream up for it. More on this subject in a bit.

I loved the do Not Touch sign in front of it, by the way!

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Daniel Rufiange
Daniel Rufiange
Automotive expert
  • Over 17 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 75 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 250 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists