Honda Cars Of McKinney Has The Top Safety Pick 2012 Honda Civic

Online, August 9, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Honda of Cars of McKinney is pleased to announce the arrival of the all-new 2012 Honda Civic which was rated a 2011 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). With impressive safety features including new safety technology the 2012 Honda Civic received top ratings in each category of the IIHS's crash test.

The 2012 Honda Civic comes standard with a very long list of safety features. Airbags are one of the most important features inside a car during a crash - the 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with standard front, front side, and side curtain airbags. The front, dual-stage, multiple-threshold airbags, will deploy in the event of a sufficient frontal impact. If deployed these airbags are capable of being inflated at different rates depending on crash severity, seat belt usage and other factors. A Passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System on the front passenger side-airbag uses sensors in the front passenger's seatback to detect the height and seating position of the occupant. If a child or small-statured adult is leaning into the deployment path of the side airbag, sensors will deactivate it. Side curtain airbags are there to help reduce the likelihood of head and neck injuries in the event of a side collision.

Other safety technology that can be found on the 2012 Civic includes anti-lock braking system with electronic-brake distribution, daytime running lights, tire pressure monitoring system, and Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control. The system also features traction control to help prevent the possibility of spinning out during acceleration.

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety rates cars in four different tests; frontal offset, side impact, roof strength, and rear crash protection. In order to be rated a Top Safety Pick the vehicle must score the top rating of 'Good' in all tests. The vehicle also must have standard electronic stability control. The 2012 Honda Civic earned a 'Good' rating in all four tests.

The 2012 Honda Civic's appearance as an IIHS Top Safety Pick simply reiterates Honda's commitment to safety. If you are interested in learning more about Honda's safety features or wish to test drive the 2012 Honda Civic visit Honda Cars of McKinney. Their friendly staff will be happy to help you find the perfect Honda vehicle for you. You may also visit the Dallas Honda dealer online at http://www.hondacarsofmckinney.com/.