Side impact structure push-off tests

In Simple Terms

The car's survival cell (cockpit) must withstand intense sideways pushing forces without breaking. Engineers test it by securing the cockpit to a flat surface and applying heavy loads from the side and below for 5 seconds to ensure the driver is protected in a crash.

• The survival cell is pushed with 40kN-60kN forces from the rear on upper and lower structures simultaneously
• An additional 35kN upward load is applied to the lower structure
• The structure must remain intact with zero failures after enduring these forces for 5 seconds
• This test simulates real side-impact crash scenarios to maximize driver safety